If you have kids, you know how challenging those first few years can be. The addition of a new baby is a major life transition that can be overwhelming even in the best of circumstances. No one should have to…
YWCA Hawai‘i, Kaua‘i, and O‘ahu launch their 21-Day Racial Justice Challenge, “Until Justice Just Is,” on Monday, April 17, 2023 as part of a national movement to engage communities to educate themselves and confront the legacy of racism in America.…
A quality preschool education can transform a child’s life. Located in the heart of downtown Hilo, YWCA of Hawaii Island Preschool has been serving Big Island keiki and families for more than 80 years. We are a “developmental” preschool, which…
HILO, HI (January 24, 2023)—YWCA of Hawaii Island has promoted two employees to leadership positions at its island-wide Sexual Assault Support Services (SASS) program. Anthony Mathias is program director, and Lisa LaMorte Williams is a new crisis intervention specialist. The…
Yes, we're talking about it. For four decades, YWCA’s Sexual Assault Support Services has been a steadfast source of crisis intervention, care, advocacy and healing for victims and survivors of sexual assault. It is the only Hawaii Island program providing…
Ariel Halemano joined the YWCA ohana in June 2022, in the dual role of Sexual Assault Support Services therapist and children’s therapist for YWCA Preschool. She joins Roxie Tubbs, who has been with YWCA for 25 years, and Stephanie Bates,…
A message from Kathleen McGilvray Thanksgiving is this Thursday and I send all good wishes to you! There is so much to be thankful for on this beautiful island. But the holidays can also be a challenging time. Tradition says…
Media Contact: Aubrey Hawk (808) 351-5800 aubrey@aubreyhawkpr.com YWCA ‘Walk a Mile in Her Shoes’ men’s march raises $16,000 to benefit Sexual Assault Support Services HILO, HI (Nov. 22, 2022)—Men from across the county, including Police Chief Kenneth Bugado, joined YWCA…
I’m on a mission. Each day I’m humbled and amazed to think that this legacy institution I’m so honored to lead has been serving Hawai`i County for more than 100 years. With your help, it will continue to do so…
Event raised a record $25k+ after pandemic hiatus HILO, HI (August 10, 2022)—Before a sold-out room, YWCA of Hawaii Island honored restaurateur Debra Ching Maiava and the late Dave De Luz, Sr., as its 2022 Remarkable People. The 11th annual…