Social Justice Team News
- Our congregation donated $1128.58 via Share the Plate contributions for August to Mohala Mai.
- Our Share the Plate recipient for September is UU Caican Philippines, our sister church.
- Be an Election Volunteer for Common Cause – Common Cause Hawai’I is looking for volunteers to help ensure all Hawaiʻi voters have access to a fair and accessible voting experience. Volunteer opportunities include: in-person poll monitoring, poll shuttle driving, and drop box monitoring. Most volunteer roles require just a few hours of training and one or more shifts during the Election Day period, making it an accessible way to support democracy and protect the right to vote in Hawaiʻi. Please email Nicole at Common Cause Hawai’I to sign up, or with any questions!
- Also coming in September: Kickoff of UU Honolulu’s 2027 Hawaii Legislature Calendar.
- Next month is Pride Month on Oahu. Save the date for the Pride Parade and Pride Fest on October 17th.
- Election Interference Webinar
| Last Monday, Sept 13, 2026, the Supreme Court blocked Trump’s sweeping restrictions on mail-in balloting. While we can all breathe a momentary sigh of relief, Trump continues to lie, claiming fraud without evidence to fire up his base.
What does this uncertainty mean for voters, what recourse is available, and how can we each contribute? Join us at a webinar with Judith Wong, President of the Hawai‘i League of Women Voters. She will discuss what the uncertainty means for voters, what recourse is available, and how we can each contribute: • How do we vote securely and increase turnout? • What threats have been identified, and what safeguards are in place? • What security gaps remain, and what is being done about them? • What role can grassroots action play in election security? This Lunch+Learn Webinar expands on Hawai‘i J20+’s July 24 Solidarity Forum (watch recording). Register below to join live or have access to its recording. Registrants will receive the login link on the morning of the event. Co-sponsors: Hawai‘i J20+, Indivisible Hawai‘i Statewide Network, League of Women Voters, O‘ahu Rapid Response Coalition |
- Get Ready for Charter Amendments
| Virtual informational session on the 20 proposed amendments to the Honolulu City Charter appearing on your ballot this General Election.Date: October 9, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Register Below This session will cover key ballot topics, including rank choice voting for city positions, establishing citywide data governance and ethical AI guidelines, and expanding grant funding for food security, climate resiliency, and cultural stewardship partnerships. To review the full list of proposed measures prior to the event, check out the Honolulu City Charter Amendments Questions. |
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