In a world silenced by a global pandemic how do we continue to connect when distance has become our new norm and necessity for health safety? Courtesy of Giphy Like most organizations, we’ve all had to make a hard-right-turn into the digital space of virtual learning, Zoom meetings and working remotely as our sole way to interact with one another - YWCA O’ahu is no exception. During the height of the pandemic, we were planning an activity to engage with the YWCA community, unfortunately like most states, we went into lock down. Any planning ceased after that for the wellbeing...

On June 23rd we mentioned in our Maniology LIVE! that we needed your help to save Fernhurst, a community based work furlough program that helps women coming out of incarceration integrate back into society sponsored by non-profit YWCA O'ahu. This program, the only one of its kind throughout the state of Hawaii was scheduled to come to a close on June 30th. Today, we are pleased to share that Hawaii lawmakers on the House Finance committee did in fact vote to SAVE this program. The impacts of keeping this program are great for our women and the community: Hawaii's statewide...

I don't know about you, but this past Spring has been a very reflective month with a lot of community topics that are important to pay attention to. Many of which have been hard not discussing with those closest to us. Even though we are a small company we do feel like we can make a world of a difference with your help. This month we donating to two causes - our first responders and the LGBTQ+ community. Read more and see how you can participate. Hazy Rainbows launched on June 17th in celebration of Pride Month and in support...

Mothers are special - and she's your only one! While many of us are at home during this time, you may not have the option to get to a store to pick up a greeting card to celebrate your Mama. Instead, we have four creative options to choose from. Give your Mom a hint of childhood nostalgia with a hand-colored card made just by you. Instructions: 1. Choose a design. 2. Print design. 3. Be as creative as possible. Here's a fun story behind these designs: Earlier this year we planned an empowerment project called Mother's Day Love. For this,...