who Professionals, Business Owners, and Non-Profit Community Development Leaders where Laniakea YWCA register Register for comprehensive program today! Registration Deadline: February 8, 2010 (for full package) Register today! Upcoming Events Feb 25 Training Session Soft Stuff for Hard Results: Leveraging Strengths for Bottom Line Impact Trainer: Kimberly Miyazawa Frank, J.D. Feb 25 Power Lunch Twenty Leaders to Watch for the Next 20 Years Panelists from the pages of Hawaii Business magazine Read full listing of events       leadership academy Boost Your Professional Profile Beginning February 2010! As professionals, business owners, and non-profit community development leaders, now is the time to sharpen your skills and deepen your networks to better lead your organization during these challenging times. While there are many opportunities to build your skills, the ability to practice what you’ve learned in a supportive, caring environment will define your success. The Leadership Academy program combines all of that with a year-long menu of learning and coaching, invaluable practice, and support -- all while building great connections. Program Includes 4 Leadership Training Sessions (1/2 day sessions) 4 “Power Lunches” 3 Business-to-Business Pau Hana Networking Events 4 Hours of Leadership Coaching Additional Benefits Learning Circles Business Networking Promotional Opportunities Recognition Invite Guests To register or for more Leadership Academy information click here.

our mission. our vision. The YWCA of O'ahu is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. our programs Economic Advancement          Dress for Success®          Fernhurst Residence           Ways to Work  Leadership Development        LeaderLuncheon 2010        Leadership Academy        Lunch Club        WHB at Laniakea Network        Childcare        Health & Wellness our locations Fernhurst Makiki Kokokahi Kaneohe Laniakea Downtown Honolulu Venue Rental Fuller Hall winter class schedule December 28 - March 21, 2010 Registration begins November 30th To download the Winter Schedule of Classes click here join our mailing list Form 990  Mahalo to the Aloha United Way for your support.

upcoming events Feb 3 Cashflow Club, Game, Laniakea, 5:30pm - 8:30pm Register today! Feb 16 Lunch Club, "Balancing Intimate Relationships!", Laniakea, 12:00pm - 1:00pm Register today! Feb 16 Book Club, Laniakea,  12:00pm - 1:00pm, Brown Bag, All members welcome Feb 17 Cashflow Club, Game, Laniakea, New Hours: 5:00 - 7:20pm Register today! Feb 23-26 Benefit Clothing Sale Laniakea Lobby, Tues thru Fri,  11:00am - 2:00pm 2010 Schedule Feb 25 Leadership Academy, "Soft Stuff for Hard Results: Leveraging Strengths for Bottom Line Impact", Laniakea, 8:30am – 11:30am Feb 25 WHB at Lanaikea Network, Power Lunch: "Twenty Leaders for the Next 20 Years", Laniakea, 11:30am – 1:00pm Wanted: Donation of a Van Please help us provide free, healthy meals, seven days a week, to women and children in our Transitional Housing program.  Wanted:  Donation of a van in great working condition.  (This donation qualifies as a donation of personal property gifted to a charitable organization.) For more information email Lisa Sahaj or call her at 695-2615. first WHB at laniakea network event in 2010! February 25, 2010 Hawaii Business Magazine has identified "Twenty People to Watch" for the next 20 years to be published in their March 2010 issue. Three emerging industry leaders from science and technology, real estate, and hospitality and tourism will discuss our future and take your questions. These three women are part of the celebrated elite of Hawaii's up-and-coming working in areas that shape our island landscape. Kelly Hoen Royal Hawaiian Hotel Manager Kelly's Bio Terri Ann Motosue Carlsmith Ball LLP Managing Partner Terri's Bio Keiki-Pua Dancil  Hawai'i Science & Technology Council President & CEO Keiki's Bio Date:  February 25, 2010 Time:  11:30 am – 1:00 pm Place: Laniakea YWCA Cost:  $50 Register For more information about this event or the Wahine in Hawaii Business at Laniakea Network click here.