Register for 2012 LeaderLuncheon Support our women leaders by attending our June 12 event     For 35 years, the YWCA of O’ahu has recognized exceptional women leaders at its signature LeaderLuncheon event. The YWCA of O'ahu’s LeaderLuncheon is the premier event of the year in Hawai‘i to honor extraordinary women and organizations that exemplify the mission of the YWCA.   Our distinguished 2012 LeaderLuncheon Honorees are: Belinda Aquino, Professor Emeritus at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Lucy M. Gay, Director for Wai‘anae Educational Opportunity Ann H. Kobayashi, Honolulu City Councilwoman Betty Lou Larson, Catholic Charities Hawai‘i Legislative Advocate on Housing Issues Shelley Wilson, President of Wilson Homecare  We’re delighted to have Louise Ing, Esq., and Alice Tucker co-chair this year’s event. The 2012 LeaderLuncheon will be held on Tuesday, June 12th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Coral Ballroom. You may register for the event by clicking here. We look forward to seeing you at 2012 LeaderLuncheon—Hawai'i's most inspiring and significant annual luncheon for women. Young Women's Network seeks student board  YWCA of O'ahu's new program will grow future leaders of Hawai'i  Wanted: Future leaders of Hawaii! Apply for the YWCA of O‘ahu’s Young Women's Network 2012 Board and take a step forward toward your dreams. The 10-12 member board will work together to plan, organize and execute events including the Young Women's Network Luncheon. The members will gain a rare opportunity to network and gain insights from women leaders making a difference in Hawaii. The application deadline is May 31, 2012. High school junior and senior girls are encouraged to apply. You can fill out the application online here or pick one up at Member Services at YWCA Laniākea. For further information, contact Marcie Uehara Herring, phone: (808) 256-8472; email: mherring@ywcaoahu.org   Fit FIVE-O Win lululemon apparel and gear! Don't miss your chance to win lululemon apparel and gear! To participate, join our FIT FIVE-0 program. Attend 50 group exercise classes between June 1 and August 21, 2012, and receive an instructor’s signature from each class you attend. Once your card is filled, just submit it to the Front Desk to enter your chance of winning great prizes. Restrictions apply.* Register at the Front Desk to receive your FIT FIVE-0 card. Questions? Please contact Erica Kolcz at 695-2606 or email ekolcz@ywcaoahu.org *must be a current balance plan member, must complete before and after assessments to be eligible. Benefit Clothing Sale  continues May 30-31  Come to the Laniākea Living Room to support women re-entering the work force The next Benefit Clothing Sale is coming up on May 30 & 31.   Come in on Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to find the best deals! To view the full calendar of 2012 sale dates, please click here. All clothing donations are designated to our Dress For Success® Honolulu program. We routinely clear out our inventory of donated apparel due to changes in seasons and items not suitable for job interviews. All proceeds from the benefit sale go to support the Dress For Success® Honolulu program.               Show your love for someone who makes a difference in your life, while making a difference in their life -- and in our community. Send your tax-deductible gift of love & honor or remembrance to the YWCA of O'ahu in the name of that person. Your loved one will receive a personalized card, a YWCA of O'ahu membership and/or a bouquet of persimmon flowers.* Click here for more info. *based on gift amount. Wahine Moving Forward mentor training May 23 Become a Financial Mentor for Domestic Violence Survivors Help empower women to take a path to self sufficiency. The YWCA of O'ahu is recruiting financial mentors for our Wahine Moving Forward program. We will provide the training to guide you to use your expertise and experience to help domestic violence survivors gain a strong financial footing. You do not necessarily need to be a financial professional to help. The training will take place on Wednesday May 23, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at YWCA Laniākea in downtown Honolulu.   Please contact Kehaulani Coleman at 695-2603 (press # to skip the long message) or email kcoleman@ywcaoahu.org by Tuesday, May 15 to register for the session. Click here to learn more about the training session and the Wahine Moving Forward program.   Cafe Julia @ YWCA is now open at Laniakea 10% off for YWCA of O'ahu members    Enjoy breakfast and lunch at Cafe Julia, which opened on May 1st, 2012. Start your day with house-made granola or a biscuit sandwich. Recharge your energy with tasty smoked salmon and homemade sausage during your lunch break. All breakfast and lunch items are available for take out. Members of the YWCA of O'ahu receive a 10% discount. The buzz is going around town. Come and see the newest restaurant in Honolulu! Call (808) 533-3334 for reservations, or visit www.cafejuliahawaii.com to see their complete menu. Under the leadership of Shinyou president, Bruce Watanabe, our partner team of leading chefs has developed a tasty menu. Sample the cuisine of Lance Kosaka, executive chef (previously executive chef at Alan Wong’s Pineapple Room) and Derek Watanabe, executive chef for the catering operations (previously chef de cuisine for Alan Wong at Watabe Weddings at KoOlina). Image credit: Eventective

our mission. our vision. YWCA of O‘ahu is a membership organization supporting more than 2,500 women and girls through housing, economic self-sufficiency, professional development and health and wellness. Founded in 1900, it is the oldest and largest women’s association in Hawai‘i.     Receive our monthly Enews Email:         Annual Report, 2010 our programs Health and Wellness: aquatics balance plan enrichment classes Economic Advancement: childcare  Dress for Success,  homebase housing  Leadership Development: wāhine forum network at laniākea  Community Service: volunteer opportunities our services Events and Catering at Laniākea Camp & Retreat at Kokokahi Fernhurst Residence our locations Fernhurst Makiki Kokokahi Kaneohe Laniākea Downtown Honolulu Venue Rental Fuller Hall Form 990  Mahalo to the Aloha United Way for your support. upcoming events  Date Event May 15 "Let's Talk About Sex,"  5 pm - 7 pm, YWCA Laniākea Room 307. Film screening and talk story in partnership with the ACLU and Planned Parenthood of Hawaii. Click here for more info.    May 23 Wahine Moving Forward mentor training,  9 am - 1 pm, YWCA Laniākea. Become a Financial Mentor for domestic violence survivors. Click here for more info.  May 28 Memorial Day,  YWCA closed.  May 30-31 Benefit Clothing Sale,  10 am - 2 pm, YWCA Laniākea Living Room. Great deals for you and 100% of the proceeds benefit YWCA programs. Click here for more info.