“There is nothing more powerful than helping people fulfill their potential,” said Kāʻanapali Ocean Resort Villas General Manager Ryan Nobriga. “The Ka Holu initiative increases the number of people who are qualified to fill skilled trades positions right here on Maui. That makes a huge impact on our economy.”
Accelerated career pathways
UH Maui College’s Ka Holu program offers accelerated career pathways for residents to move from minimum wage jobs to living wage jobs while responding to the in-demand workforce needs of local employers. The program integrates on-the-job and professional skills training with industry-recognized certifications to better prepare trainees for securing and keeping jobs.
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Public access in the time of COVID
What a difference a year makes. At this time in 2019, the Hawaii State Capitol was open to the public and people could visit their lawmakers or share oral testimony in person. They could also swing by the Public Access Room on the fourth floor. PAR s mission is to provide information, facilities and services to help citizens participate in the state legislative process. The Conversation Producer Lillian Tsang spoke with Public Access Coordinator Virginia Beck on the changes made due to the COVID crisis. Click here to visit the State of hawaii Legislative Reference Bureau Public Access Room website.