20 years of changing systems that perpetuate inequality.

For two decades, Hawaiʻi Appleseed has advocated for a Hawaiʻi that puts its people first—a Hawaiʻi where everyone can meet their basic needs while living happy, healthy and creative lives.

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Hunting for a new place in renters purgatory
Hunting for a new place in renters purgatory

How four O‘ahu residents navigate fees, scams, unanswered calls, intrusive rules and housing options that run from “crappy and crappier.”

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Press Releases

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New policy report calls for major shift in Hawai‘i’s transportation spending to address unmet mobility needs, traffic congestion and emissions
New policy report calls for major shift in Hawai‘i’s transportation spending to address unmet mobility needs, traffic congestion and emissions

Over the last 5 years, 66.3 percent of the state’s transportation budget has gone toward projects that increase vehicle capacity, while only 1.5 percent has gone to reducing vehicle travel.

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How a second Trump presidency could impact the pocket books of Hawaiʻi’s working families
How a second Trump presidency could impact the pocket books of Hawaiʻi’s working families

Outside of the top 5 percent richest households, families will likely see significant tax increases, while the cost of consumer items would spike under proposed tariffs.

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