Learn More/Take Action

Private citizens in all walks of life can make a difference in our communities. Here are ways to learn more or take action in each of the six key sectors.

Economy

• Compare the cost of living in Honolulu to other major American cities

• Future industry and job growth projections in the state

• Learning opportunities at Hawaii’s community colleges

Education

• Good Beginnings Alliance

• Information on Hawaii’s 31 public charter schools

• Classes and programs at the Pacific Center for Advanced Technology Training

Health

• For more information on Hawaii’s landmark Honolulu Heart Program and connected research

• More information from the Hawaii Health Survey

Housing

• Local programs for the homeless

• Neighbor Island programs

• Current median price for single-family homes and condominiums in Hawaii

Crime and communities

• Hawaii’s landmark HOPE probation program

• Adult Friends for Youth

Environment and energy

• Help create a sustainable community as part of KANU Hawaii

• Learn more about renewable energy

• Learn more about Hawaii’s Clean Energy Initiative and Green Environment

• Learn more about environmental issues