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HGEA Offers Wildfire Relief for Affected Members
Following the devastating wildfires that ravaged Lahaina and Kula, the board of directors for the Hawaii Government Employees Association approved the use of $100,000 in relief funds to go to members who were directly impacted. Affected members last week began receiving the funds, which amount to $500 for active and retired members and $250 for…
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Hawaii State Judiciary Honors HGEA Members
The Hawaii State Judiciary presented individual and group awards to employees who have distinguished themselves through exceptional service and accomplishments. The recipients of this year’s awards are: Meritorious Service Award Lisa Kimura, court documents supervisor, Unit 4 Group Meritorious Service Award Anthony Cannon, social worker V, Unit 13 Garrett Alcott, social worker IV, Unit…
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RELEASE: HGEA Reaches Tentative Agreement on Pay Parity for Educational Assistants, Teaching Assistants and Vice Principals
HGEA Makes Progress In Addressing School Employee Parity Pay Following our urgent calls on the state to resolve pay equity for school employees, the Hawaii Government Employees Association is pleased to have reached a tentative agreement that addresses pay parity for those who help educate and care for Hawaii’s students. HGEA would like to thank…
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2023-24 HGEA Union Strong Scholarship Recipients
HGEA is pleased to announce the 2023-24 HGEA Union Strong scholarship recipients. Two $2,000 scholarships were awarded to students who are pursuing or plan to pursue post-high school study on a full-time basis at a university, college, community college, vocational or trade school. Apoleihikiula Carvalho, Hilo, HawaiiMember Relations: Ricky J. Carvalho, Unit 2,…
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Mahalo Water Safety Officers
Thank you to all of our Water Safety Officers from across Hawaii. On this recognition week, we celebrate the dedicated service of those who ensure and educate our community about water safety. We appreciate all that you do! While we celebrate the contributions of these public servants, our hearts are heavy that many of our…
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Every Act of Aloha Counts: Support Maui Relief
Our hearts are heavy that many of our Maui HGEA ohana have lost homes, their way of life and loved ones. The wildfires on Maui have caused indescribable devastation, and it’s going to be a long road to recovery for many. You can help show that we’re stronger together. Here’s how: 1. Let HGEA know…
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Mahalo Waste & Recycling Workers
In honor of National Waste & Recycling Workers Week, HGEA would like to mahalo the work of these dedicated public servants who are helping to keep our communities clean and sustainable for future generations. These professionals provide critical services that educate the public on the importance of diverting trash from landfills, along with implementing strategies that keep our…
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National Speech-Language Pathologists Day
In honor of National Speech-Language Pathologist Day, HGEA would like to mahalo the work of our dedicated speech-language pathologists (SLPs). These professionals provide critical support to help students improve their communication skills. We’re so proud to represent them. Here are a few of their stories: Maria Cappello, KauaiSpeech Pathologist IV, Dept. of EducationUnit 13 Member My…
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Honoring Nurses and School Professionals
In honor of National Nurses Week and Teachers Appreciation Week, HGEA would like to mahalo the work of these tireless professionals in our community. Mahalo to our 1,700 public-sector nurses for your commitment and service, and for making a difference in the lives of Hawaii’s people at our hospitals, community health centers, long-term care facilities, correctional institutions, schools and community…
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Mahalo Principals & School Food Service Workers
In honor of National Principals Day and School Lunch Hero Day, HGEA would like to mahalo the work of our principals and school food service workers. They are part of an ecosystem of dedicated school-level professionals responsible for educating over 170,000 students. We are proud to represent these professionals at 295 schools statewide. A few of your…
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