Job Revolution: Homestead Associations Unveil Statewide Program

Embark on a journey to discover the transformative initiative by the Homestead Community Development Corporation (HCDC) – the Residential Employment Living Improvement (RELI) program. Learn how this program, supported by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA), is reshaping job opportunities for Native Hawaiians across the entire state.

RELI Program Essentials

• Core Objectives of the RELI Program
• Workshop Sessions: Financial Management, Home Childcare, and Community Sector Understanding
• Short-term Employment Focus: Addressing Unemployment Among Native Hawaiians

OHA Investment in HCDC

• The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) Contribution
• Financial Support: $500,000 Over Two Years
• Iwalani McBrayer's Perspective on the OHA Investment

HCDC Governance and Reach

• Governance Structure: HCDC Nonprofit and Homestead Association Leaders
• Homestead Regions: Kauaʻi, Molokaʻi, Maui/Lānaʻi, Oʻahu, and Hawaiʻi Island
• Statewide Impact: Serving All Regions with Designated 501c3 Status

RELI Expansion Journey

• KipuKai Kualii's Role as SCHHA Chair
• RELI's Origin on Kauaʻi: A Pilot Jobs Placement Program
• Extending Success Statewide: OHA Award as a Catalyst

Experiential Job Opportunities

• Partnerships with Small Employers: Nonprofits and Businesses
• Diverse Industries: From Office Functions to Labor and Stewardship
• Duration: Up to 120 Days or Four Months

Participant Impact and Feedback

• Success Stories: Summer Youth Program and Year-Round Opportunities
• Jordyn Danner's Insights as HCDC Programs Deputy Director
• Anticipated Benefits of the OHA Partnership Over the Next Two Years

Conclusion

As we conclude this exploration, it's evident that the RELI program is a beacon of hope for Native Hawaiians seeking employment opportunities. The partnership with OHA fuels the initiative, promising a future where job revolution becomes a reality for the entire community.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is the core focus of the RELI program?
• A: The RELI program primarily focuses on providing short-term employment opportunities to Native Hawaiians, addressing unemployment challenges.
• Q: How does OHA contribute to the program?
• A: The Office of Hawaiian Affairs has generously contributed $500,000 over two years to support the HCDC's RELI program.
• Q: What regions does HCDC serve, and how does it impact the community?
• A: HCDC serves homestead regions across Kauaʻi, Molokaʻi, Maui/Lānaʻi, Oʻahu, and Hawaiʻi Island, making a statewide impact through designated 501c3 status.