DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

RYSE values diversity, equity and inclusion as vital to our mission to provide a continuum of services that empowers Hawaii’s street youth to move beyond homelessness. We believe that all people deserve to be shown respect, treated fairly, and included. We celebrate the qualities that make each person unique, including race, gender, age, sexuality, ability, religion, national origin, gender identity and other identities.

We strive to build a workforce that champions racial equity, values different backgrounds and celebrates unique perspectives. Attracting and onboarding a diverse workforce with lived experiences ensures we provide a welcoming environment to our youth and makes RYSE a dynamic and creative community partner.

Our ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion is how we address societal challenges. We are proud to employ people of all backgrounds who possess the talent, energy, and focus to accelerate our vision forward to end youth homelessness.

Our News

April 2026

At RYSE, we often say that our work is rooted in community and recently, that truth was felt in a powerful way. Following a visit to our West Side programs and hales, the Ho’okahua Hawaiian Foundation made a transformational contribution of $150,000 to support RYSE’s mission to end youth homelessness on Oʻahu.

March 2026

MARCH NEWS UPDATE

Workforce, Growth & Real-Life Skills in Action

At RYSE, workforce development is about more than employment, it’s about helping young people build confidence, stability, and a future they can see for themselves.

Recently, eight RYSE youth began a 22-week paid workforce development internship with Reuse Hawaiʻi, (@reusehawaii) where they are gaining hands-on construction experience and earning industry certifications. Already, participants have completed their Class 3 Pallet Jack certification, with more skills and credentials to come.

March 2026

Recently, eight RYSE youth began a 22-week paid workforce development internship with Reuse Hawaiʻi, (@reusehawaii) where they are gaining hands-on construction experience and earning industry certifications. Already, participants have completed their Class 3 Pallet Jack certification, with more skills and credentials to come.

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