What's Being Discussed

The Oahu Workforce Development Board's Sector Strategies and Career Pathways Committee will meet on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The meeting can be attended via Zoom or in person at 715 South King Street, Suite 211, Honolulu. Key topics include:

• Kūkulu Pathway/Program Update — A status update on this workforce training pathway, which was previously called the "40 for 40" program.
• Social Media Implementation Update — A report from an OWDB staff specialist on how the board is using social media to reach the public and job seekers.
• Sector Partnership Quarterly Update — A representative from the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii will share the latest news on partnerships between employers, educators, and workforce programs across key industries.

Decisions Expected

• The committee will vote to approve meeting minutes from two previous meetings: February 5, 2026 and May 5, 2026.

The remaining agenda items are informational updates and are not expected to require formal votes.

Who Should Pay Attention

• Job seekers and workers interested in career training or pathways programs on Oahu.
• Employers and businesses who partner with or are curious about workforce development efforts in Hawaii.
• Educators and training providers connected to workforce pipelines in key industries.
• Community members who want to learn how public workforce funds are being used to connect residents with jobs.

Members of the public may submit written testimony by email to OahuWDB@honolulu.gov at least 24 hours before the meeting.