Mission Statement

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In order to share the Aloha of Hawai’i’s diverse women’s community and to ensure equality and safe access to educational and work experiences at the University of Hawai`i at Hilo, the UHH Women's Center serves as a focal point for issues relating to gender equality, leadership, safety, and the empowerment of women.

To accomplish our mission, we provide

Educational programming

Educational programming on issues of women and gender that supports the university's academic mission and well-being of students. In order to accomplish this, the Women's Center puts on various projects. Please take a look at the Programs and Events to see what is going on this month.

Direct services and resources

Direct services and resources for students dealing with domestic violence, sexual harassment, gender discrimination, and hate crimes:

• Providing a “safe space” where students can talk story about their lives
• Helping students to obtain resources or help within the community or on campus
• Visit the Resources page and our Services page to learn more.

Leadership

Leadership to support awareness and encourage policies regarding gender equity and the advancement of women in higher education through alliances with:

• UH Commission on the Status of Women
• UH Commission on the Status of LGBT Equality
• Safe Zone Training
• ACE/OWHE Hilo Chapter
• UH President’s Emerging Leaders Program
• Pride Hilo
• PFLAG