Island Resources

Pride Guide Hawaii Welcome to the Hawaiian Islands, the Aloha State, and also known as the Rainbow State. Hawaii welcomes, with open arms, the LGBT traveler. Hawaii allows Marriage for same-sex couples and provides LGBT non-discrimination policies in accommodations, at the workplace and in housing.

The Islands offer every gay traveler world class accommodations, restaurants, shopping, cultural events and entertainment to satisfy even the most discerning. There is no place that can provide you with a more perfect back drop for devoting your love or getting away from it all. Let us be your guide and start surfing for your honeymoon,vacation or wedding today!!! www.GoGayHawaii.com

Since 1989, Hale Kipa and the Waikiki Health Center have been providing services to runaway and homeless youth and young adults on Oahu through the Youth Outreach (YO) program. The program provides street outreach, drop-in services, case management, counseling, and health/medical services to street/street-identified youth on a referral and walk-in basis.
YO provides services in Waikiki and downtown Honolulu and maintains a house in Waikiki that provides basic services such as showers, laundry and casual meals.
Each year, YO serves thousands of youth by providing these basic survival needs and assisting them to find permanent housing. YO’s staff develop relationships by effectively engaging a range of youth with differing ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and cultures in a sensitive manner. In this way, YO clients are introduced to a wide range of services that are critical to meeting their most basic needs.

Directory to Homeless Shelters and Agencies State Homeless Shelter Program: 22 agencies; 13 emergency shelters, 32 transitional shelters
Provide emergency and/or transitional shelter to stabilize the homeless and offer them a safe place to reassess and take control of their living situation.
Provide empowerment and case management to enable families to obtain and retain permanent housing, economic independence, and self-sufficiency for the long-term.
Provide services to homeless individuals and families including adequate meals or cooking facilities; client assessment/social services planning; case management; job training; medical and social services referrals; childcare; educational and life skills classes; and monitoring and follow-up after transitioning to permanent housing.

The mission of Waikiki Health is to provide quality medical and social services that are accessible and affordable for everyone, regardless of ability to pay.

We are committed to providing the highest quality care and services to our island community.
We believe that respect is the foundation of our interpersonal relationships.
We maintain empathy and kindness, treating everyone as ohana.
We are creative and flexible in meeting community needs.
We will help empower others to reach their highest potential.
We are accountable to the community we serve and to each other.

Life Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to stopping the spread of HIV and to assisting people who are living with HIV and AIDS. Since opening its doors as Hawaii’s first AIDS organization in 1983, Life Foundation has been implementing innovative programs such as AIDS case management, school based AIDS education, the sterile needle exchange, peer support for positives, treatment education and peer-to-peer HIV prevention outreach.

Today, Life Foundation works with nearly 700 HIV-positive men, women, children and transgenders to insure they are receiving proper medical, financial, and emotional support. Life Foundation also offers HIV testing and counseling. All services are free and confidential.

The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and environment for all people in Hawai`i .

Philosophy

Health, that optimal state of physical, mental, social and environmental well-being, is a right and responsibility of all of Hawaii’s people.

Goals
Promote health and well-being
Prevent disease and injury
Promote healthy lifestyles and workplaces
Promote the strength and integrity of families and communities

This site is a resource cache for programs and professionals who encounter and serve LGBTQ youth. You will find local resource contacts, valuable resource materials and other information that will support your understanding of who LGBTQ youth are, the risks they face in our society, their needs, ways to improve services to these youth, as well as additional tools to assist you in ensuring that your services are inclusive, safe, respectful, supportive and appropriate to address these needs.The focus of today’s conference was on building competency in serving LGBTQ youth, a highly at-risk youth population in our schools, health and social services, and our juvenile justice system. We hope that the information provided and introduced to you today will allow you to increase your understanding of who our LGBTQ youth are, the risks they face in our society, their needs, ways to improve services to these youth and resources and tools to assist you in making these services inclusive, safe, respectful, supportive and appropriate to address their needs.

We are a non-profit health clinic that provides
healthcare, leadership, programs, education, and services for the
Transgender Community and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Queer Community

Welcome to Hawaii's Transgender and LGBQ Health Clinic

Hormone Therapy
Primary Care Services
Support Groups
Individual & Family Counseling
Community Outreach
HealthCare Education
PREP - HIV Prevention Therapy

First Unitarian Church of Honolulu offers two programs: one for students (of every age!) and one for those who seeking to gain skills as sexuality educators (facilitators, teachers, and parents and families). These programs work together to provide a complete package of comprehensive sexuality education opportunities. OWL helps participants make informed and responsible decisions about their sexual health and behavior. It equips participants with accurate, age-appropriate information in six subject areas: human development, relationships, personal skills, sexual behavior, sexual health, and society and culture. Grounded in a holistic view of sexuality, Our Whole Lives not only provides facts about anatomy and human development, but also helps participants clarify their values, build interpersonal skills, and understand the spiritual, emotional, and social aspects of sexuality.

We are a new state-wide Hawai`i LGBT business organization and we’re here for you, the international LGBT traveler to help plan your island vacation, honeymoon or business trip -- and we're here for our island residents who want to learn more about Hawaii’s many LGBT-friendly business establishments, services and social organizations. We are working hard to become your portal to Hawai`i with your personal interests in mind.

Visit our Business Directory of LGBT supportive hotels, tours, restaurants, shops, clubs and other services for every island

We are are more than just a Web site. We are an active organization of people living and working in Hawaii who have joined together to support and help grow Hawaii's LGBT owned & supportive businesses.
Add your own supportive business or community organization. There is no charge for your business or organizational listing.

Originally from Colorado, I have lived in Hawaii for over 14 years, and still never grow tired of the natural beauty and the energy of the people who live here.
I have many favorite locations on Oahu and the other islands that I like to photograph, and I try to personalize each portrait session and location to your needs, interests and backgrounds.

Not a day goes by that I don't do something active or creative; I hike, surf, design jewelry, create costumes, run, play and laugh, and of course try to document it all with a photo! I hope to share a little bit of me with you, and I look forward to seeing what we can come up with!
Full service photography provided for destination weddings, civil union and vow renewals, family portraits, couples and engagements, newborns and children, maternity, boudoir, pets, events.LGBT allied businessLocated in beautiful Oahu, Hawaii.

WELCOME TO THE STRAIGHT SPOUSE NETWORK.
Is my husband gay? Is my wife a lesbian? Shock, anger and sadness ?

Where can you go for help? Right here! We’ve been partners of gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender mates. We understand how painful and confusing this is for you. You can talk to a support contact right away. We'll put you in touch the closest available Straight Spouse Network Support Group - led by one of our many, qualified facilitators. You'll get the personal, confidential support and information you so desperately need right now. We're here to help you get through this difficult journey.

SUPPORT IS JUST A PHONE CALL OR EMAIL AWAY!

Any communication with us will be strictly confidential. Calls and emails go directly to a member of our Triage Team, who returns calls and emails as

In the middle of the Pacific Ocean, on a beautiful chain of Islands that we call the State of Hawaii, there is a family of bears, The Aloha Bears, a strong local not-for-profit community group .
Our organization, based out of Honolulu on the scenic Isle of Oahu, was established on June 23, 1999 to fill a need in our community for hirsute men and their admirers. Although we are a rare breed among the "Pacific Islanders" we have found that we are very welcome in the local environment and very desirable as mates and partners. Everyone loves the Aloha of a gentle bear hug.

We have a strong bond with our community, our land and our sea. We believe we are all equal and pledge to fight for equal rights for all. Our "ohana" (family) is open to everyoneand we look forward to introducing you to our organization and beautiful state.

The Hawai'i LGBT Legacy Foundation is the sponsor and organizer for Honolulu Pride. You can access the link for Honolulu Pride Annually by clicking on the image to the right.

The Hawai’i LGBT Legacy Foundation is a federally recognized 501(c)3 non-profit organization in Hawai’i. The Foundation was formed in 2008 to connect and act as a facilitator with all other LGBT organizations, businesses and services throughout the state of Hawai’i.

The Foundation’s most significant accomplished goal in 2014 was the project to establish a community center located in Waikiki (The LGBT Center) to begin the process of bringing all interested parties together to coordinate and complement each others’ goals and efforts; and strengthen the network that ties the community together.

The Waikiki Community Center (WCC) provides crucial multigenerational services to better the lives of all Waikiki residents. From keiki to kupuna, WCC provides unparalleled support for anyone who needs it.

For over 37 years, WCC has served as a resource hub for the community. We are committed to strengthening the entire community by providing programs and services to individuals and families in-need. One of the biggest challenges facing community members in need is knowing where to get the help that will move them forward. WCC strives to make the available resources easy to access.

WCC is a “one stop shop” for human services, social support, lifelong education, and wellness for Waikiki’s families, keiki, and seniors. Through our various programs and services, we effectively help over 20,000 individuals receive the help they need to be healthy, safe, and prosperous.

Since 2012, the Hawaiʻi Youth Services Directory, a service of the State of Hawaiʻi Office of Youth Services, has provided easy access to information concerning children, youth, and young adult programs and services in Hawaiʻi. The searchable database contains listings of government, private, and nonprofit organizations that offer resources for ages 0-21 in Hawaiʻi.

This directory is designed to:
-Help youth-serving volunteers and professionals as well as youth and families find programs and services they need;
-Encourage early intervention and positive youth development to grow stronger communities; and,
-Make more efficient use of limited public, private, and nonprofit resources here in Hawaiʻi.
Disclaimer: The directory is updated on an annual basis. Some program information may have changed since the last update

WELCOME TO HAWAII PARENT MAGAZINE!
Now in our 26th year of publishing, we're proud to be Hawaii's original, longest running, most successful, family-oriented parenting magazine catering to the needs of our Island families.

Each issue spanning two months, 6 themes annually, is designed to help parents face the challenges of raising children, and remains Hawaii's #1 must-read publication for parents who put their families first.

Each edition, full of tips on positive parenting, provides local information on activities, events, safety, health, education, and family life.

Our goal is happy, healthy children and strong, stable families.
We believe that information is the key.We hope you continue to enjoy Hawaii's most informative parenting magazine. Mahalo nui loa for your patronage!

Addiction Resource offers free informational resources and a free toll-free hotline,
where you can learn about the details for a successful treatment. We offer full and verifiable information on substance addiction and abuse. Learn if you or someone you love suffers from addiction.

ASAM, founded in 1954, is a professional society representing over 3,900 physicians, clinicians and associated professionals in the field of addiction
medicine. ASAM is dedicated to increasing access and improving the quality of
addiction treatment, educating physicians and the public, supporting research
and prevention, and promoting the appropriate role of physicians in the care of
patients with addiction.

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids translates the science of teen drug use and addiction into actionable information and guidance. We help families understand
the ever-changing drug landscape, learn how to effectively communicate with
teens, and provide direct support to parents dealing with a child’s drug use.
And we strengthening communities by advocating for greater prevention efforts
and improved access to treatment and recovery.

DrugRehab.com is a web resource provided and funded by Advanced Recovery Systems (ARS). ARS is an integrated behavioral health care management organization dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, eating disorders and mental health issues. We provide well-researched, fact-based resources on this site.

Links to Community Resources and Services