New youth-led nonprofit report faces resident fears about Hawaiʻi's future, aimed at being base to trigger action

A youth-led Hawaiʻi nonprofit conducted 7 months of conversations with 405 residents across multiple islands to identify key concerns. The top issues were high cost of living, transportation, infrastructure, and affordable housing. Residents expressed worries about quality of life and community strength but remain hopeful for change. The project emphasizes listening to understand fears and aims to turn insights into action for a better Hawaiʻi future.