Hawaii State Commission on the Status of Women

The Hawaii State Commission on the Status of Women is a state agency dedicated to advancing equality and justice for women in Hawaii through policy advocacy, research, and public education. Hāʻawi aku nei ia i ka ʻōlelo aʻoaʻo e pili ana i ke Kiaʻāina and legislature on issues me ka pay equity, domestic violence, reproductive rights, child care, and women's economic security. The commission produces reports and policy nā ʻōlelo aʻoaʻo and connects Hawaii to national networks on women's issues.

Issues affecting women's economic security, safety, and health in Hawaii are central to this commission's work, making it relevant to a majority of the state's residents. Women and gender equity advocates hiki ke komo me the commission on policy priorities through nā hālāwai lehulehu and testimony.