What's Being Discussed
The Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council (JJSAC) Youth Sub Committee is holding its 4th Quarter meeting on Monday, August 3, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The meeting is hybrid — you can attend in person at the Princess Victoria Kamamalu Building, 1010 Richards Street, Room 303, Honolulu, or join online via Zoom.

Welcoming new committee members and updating the quorum count
Reviewing and approving meeting minutes from November 2025 and May 2026
Community public input (3 minutes per person)
Reviewing a Youth Committee Brochure/Flyer and proposed changes to the Youth Committee Charter
Planning the new 3-Year State Plan for federal fiscal years 2027–2029, including setting three main committee goals and identifying focus areas
Discussing future agenda items, including guest speaker suggestions and nominations for a Vice Chair

Decisions Expected

Vote to seat new members and establish an updated quorum
Vote to approve the Youth Committee Brochure/Flyer
Vote on amendments to the Youth Committee Charter
Discussion and planning decisions around the 3-Year State Plan goals

Who Should Pay Attention

Young people and families involved in or affected by the juvenile justice system in Hawaii
Nonprofit organizations and service providers working with at-risk youth
Community members interested in youth policy and juvenile justice reform
Anyone wishing to provide public testimony on youth-related issues

Written testimony is due by August 2, 2026. Submit by email to nmachida@dhs.hawaii.gov or call (808) 587-5725 for disability accommodations.