Making an Impact

Using practices from the principles of Aloha, positive psychology, and socio-emotional learning, the Aloha Journal focuses on positive emotions such as optimism and resiliency. The journal is a tool aimed at helping individuals experience more gratitude, connection, and happiness in their lives.

Due to the Maui wildfires, Native Hawaiian Philanthropy (NHP) has shifted their support and resources to help Lahaina and Kula families. They are currently working with partners to implement an indigenous-informed disaster recovery approach to assist Lahaina and Kula families displaced by the fires.

The Hawaiʻi Government IT Leadership Program Pilot (HGITLP) addresses Hawaiʻi's need for skilled IT leaders to manage digital transformation, enhance cybersecurity, and modernize state systems across state government.

The Academy for Healthcare Innovation (AHI) aims to educate the future healthcare workforce for a healthier Hawaiʻi.

Community-Centered Partnership (CCP) is an initiative sponsored by Early Childhood Action Strategy (ECAS) Hawai‘i. CCP is the practice of working closely with affected community members on priorities that get elevated, funded, and worked on at different levels. In practice, it means placing affected communities at the center of voice and decision-making.

WAI's mission is to reduce sewage pollution from cesspools and restore healthy watersheds by providing innovative, affordable, and eco-friendly solutions to waste and wastewater management.