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Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) is looking for compassionate, detail-oriented Program Advocates to join our Maui Fire Recovery team. In this role, you’ll work directly with wildfire survivors to help them navigate interim housing solutions, providing guidance, stability, and hope during a critical phase of recovery.
What You’ll Do:
• Support Maui fire survivors in identifying and securing temporary housing
• Guide participants through housing options, applications, and next steps
• Maintain accurate case notes and records
• Coordinate with landlords, partners, and internal teams
• Provide empathetic, survivor-centered assistance
Skills We’re Looking For:
• Strong computer skills
• Comfort using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail, etc.)
• Knowledge of the local Maui housing market
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• A compassionate, solutions-focused mindset
Why Join GEM?
Be part of a mission-driven team making real impact for families rebuilding their lives after disaster. Your work will directly help survivors move from crisis to stability.
Help us turn recovery into reality.Interested? Apply now or email your resume to [email protected]
Location: Maui, Hawaiʻi
Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) is looking for compassionate, detail-oriented Program Advocates to join our Maui Fire Recovery team. In this role, you’ll work directly with wildfire survivors to help them navigate interim housing solutions, providing guidance, stability, and hope during a critical phase of recovery.
What You’ll Do:
• Support Maui fire survivors in identifying and securing temporary housing
• Guide participants through housing options, applications, and next steps
• Maintain accurate case notes and records
• Coordinate with landlords, partners, and internal teams
• Provide empathetic, survivor-centered assistance
Skills We’re Looking For:
• Strong computer skills
• Comfort using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail, etc.)
• Knowledge of the local Maui housing market
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• A compassionate, solutions-focused mindset
Why Join GEM?
Be part of a mission-driven team making real impact for families rebuilding their lives after disaster. Your work will directly help survivors move from crisis to stability.
Help us turn recovery into reality.Interested? Apply now or email your resume to [email protected]
Location: Maui, Hawaiʻi
Today @govhawaii and @govjoshgreen announced that Hawal’i has secured a FEMA housing extension for Maui wildfire survivors through February 2027. I worked directly with the administration to make sure families aren’t left without support while recovery continues.
This approval ensures continued stability for families still recovering from the August 2023 wildfires and aligns with my administration’s commitment to continue state housing support through the same timeframe. Federal and state programs will now run concurrently, providing certainty and continuity for survivors.
Housing is the foundation of recovery. This extension gives Maui’s families the time and support they need as permanent housing continues to come online. @danielle.dreis
Today @govhawaii and @govjoshgreen announced that Hawal’i has secured a FEMA housing extension for Maui wildfire survivors through February 2027. I worked directly with the administration to make sure families aren’t left without support while recovery continues.
This approval ensures continued stability for families still recovering from the August 2023 wildfires and aligns with my administration’s commitment to continue state housing support through the same timeframe. Federal and state programs will now run concurrently, providing certainty and continuity for survivors.
Housing is the foundation of recovery. This extension gives Maui’s families the time and support they need as permanent housing continues to come online. @danielle.dreis
Lāhainā ʻOhana Gingerbread Decorating
In December, GEM Hawaiʻi was honored to organize and produce three free community gingerbread decorating events across West Maui—creating safe, joyful, and family-centered spaces for connection during the holiday season.
Thanks to the generous support of Imua Maui Community Healing Initiative, we were able to:
* Serve 300+ community members
* Host events at 3 locations
* Distribute $1,000+ in gift cards and raffle prizes
* Provide every family with a gingerbread house & decorating kit
From the YMCA West Side Resource Center, to a pop-up event at Lāhainā Jodo Mission, to Ka Laʻi Ola housing community—each gathering reinforced belonging, creativity, and collective healing through shared celebration.
Mahalo to our partners, volunteers, and families who made these moments of joy possible. @olamaui @kalaiola @lahainaymca @homeaidhawaii @hawaiiancouncil
Lāhainā ʻOhana Gingerbread Decorating
In December, GEM Hawaiʻi was honored to organize and produce three free community gingerbread decorating events across West Maui—creating safe, joyful, and family-centered spaces for connection during the holiday season.
Thanks to the generous support of Imua Maui Community Healing Initiative, we were able to:
* Serve 300+ community members
* Host events at 3 locations
* Distribute $1,000+ in gift cards and raffle prizes
* Provide every family with a gingerbread house & decorating kit
From the YMCA West Side Resource Center, to a pop-up event at Lāhainā Jodo Mission, to Ka Laʻi Ola housing community—each gathering reinforced belonging, creativity, and collective healing through shared celebration.
Mahalo to our partners, volunteers, and families who made these moments of joy possible. @olamaui @kalaiola @lahainaymca @homeaidhawaii @hawaiiancouncil
🎄✨ GINGERBREAD DECORATING PARTY – EVENT RECAP! ✨🎄
Our holiday Gingerbread Decorating Party at the YMCA West Side Resource Center was a huge success — a full house, joyful energy, and smiling families everywhere! The room was filled with laughter, creativity, and sweet holiday spirit as keiki and parents decorated their gingerbread houses together.
A heartfelt mahalo to:
💜 Imua Maui Community Healing Initiative – for providing the grant that made this beautiful community event possible.
🏡 YMCA of Maui – for generously hosting us and welcoming our families into their space.
💛 The GEM Hawai‘i team – for managing the entire event seamlessly and ensuring everything ran smoothly from start to finish.
📲 Ola Maui - for community outreach and comms support
The photos and videos say it all — happy keiki, happy families, and a truly unforgettable afternoon of connection and celebration.
We are grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make this event so special.
Stay tuned for more community events coming soon! 🎅🏽🍬🏠✨
🎄✨ GINGERBREAD DECORATING PARTY – EVENT RECAP! ✨🎄
Our holiday Gingerbread Decorating Party at the YMCA West Side Resource Center was a huge success — a full house, joyful energy, and smiling families everywhere! The room was filled with laughter, creativity, and sweet holiday spirit as keiki and parents decorated their gingerbread houses together.
A heartfelt mahalo to:
💜 Imua Maui Community Healing Initiative – for providing the grant that made this beautiful community event possible.
🏡 YMCA of Maui – for generously hosting us and welcoming our families into their space.
💛 The GEM Hawai‘i team – for managing the entire event seamlessly and ensuring everything ran smoothly from start to finish.
📲 Ola Maui - for community outreach and comms support
The photos and videos say it all — happy keiki, happy families, and a truly unforgettable afternoon of connection and celebration.
We are grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make this event so special.
Stay tuned for more community events coming soon! 🎅🏽🍬🏠✨
🎄🍬 GINGERBREAD DECORATING PARTY! 🍬🎄
Presented by Imua Maui Community Healing Initiative, GEM Hawaiʻi, HomeAid Hawai’i, Ka La’i Ola, and Ola Maui.
Gather your ‘ohana and join us for a festive holiday celebration filled with:
🎅🏽 Pics with Santa
🎶 Music & holiday vibes
🍽️ Food & Snacks
🎁 Tons of prizes
🍭 FREE gingerbread house + decorating kit for every family that RSVPs!
📍 Ka La’i Ola
322 Ho’o’ulu St, Lahaina
📅 Dec 18th • 5-7 PM
💫 Spots will fill fast — RSVP now to save your family’s kit! https://forms.gle/wotxXqpp4sTEnKxD7 @homeaidahawaii @olamauillc @kalaiola
🎄🍬 GINGERBREAD DECORATING PARTY! 🍬🎄
Presented by Imua Maui Community Healing Initiative, GEM Hawaiʻi, HomeAid Hawai’i, Ka La’i Ola, and Ola Maui.
Gather your ‘ohana and join us for a festive holiday celebration filled with:
🎅🏽 Pics with Santa
🎶 Music & holiday vibes
🍽️ Food & Snacks
🎁 Tons of prizes
🍭 FREE gingerbread house + decorating kit for every family that RSVPs!
📍 Ka La’i Ola
322 Ho’o’ulu St, Lahaina
📅 Dec 18th • 5-7 PM
💫 Spots will fill fast — RSVP now to save your family’s kit! https://forms.gle/wotxXqpp4sTEnKxD7 @homeaidahawaii @olamauillc @kalaiola
UNISCITI A NOI QUESTO FINE SETTIMANA: Community & Workforce Recovery Resource Pop-up | Domenica 12 ottobre | 11:00 - 16:00 @familypromiseofhawaii @pacificgateway @alohaunitedway @aloha_house_inc @svdpusa @danielle.dreis
UNISCITI A NOI QUESTO FINE SETTIMANA: Community & Workforce Recovery Resource Pop-up | Domenica 12 ottobre | dalle 11 alle 16 @familypromiseofhawaii @pacificgateway @alohaunitedway @aloha_house_inc @svdpusa @danielle.dreis
Disaster Case Management Program | Lahaina Strong @state_of_hawaii @alohaunitedway @aloha_house_inc @svdpusa @globalempowermentmissionhawaii
Disaster Case Management Program | Lahaina Strong @state_of_hawaii @alohaunitedway @aloha_house_inc @svdpusa @globalempowermentmissionhawaii
Pop-up di risorse per il recupero della comunità e della forza lavoro | Domenica 12 ottobre | dalle 11 alle 16 @familypromiseofhawaii @pacificgateway @alohaunitedway @aloha_house_inc @svdpusa
Pop-up delle risorse per il recupero della comunità e della forza lavoro | Domenica 12 ottobre | 11.00 - 16.00 @familypromiseofhawaii @pacificgateway @alohaunitedway @aloha_house_inc @svdpusa
Questa settimana il Dipartimento dei Servizi Umani (DHS) ha organizzato un corso di formazione per specialisti dell'alloggio presso l'ufficio GEM. #maui #lahaina #riscattodell'incendio
Questa settimana il Dipartimento dei Servizi Umani (DHS) ha organizzato un corso di formazione per specialisti dell'alloggio presso l'ufficio GEM. #maui #lahaina #riscattodell'incendio
Il Disaster Case Management Program dello Stato delle Hawaii ha organizzato una giornata di commemorazione per il secondo anniversario degli incendi di Maui. Il DCMP ha realizzato 102 leis in onore delle 102 vite perse negli incendi e li ha collocati presso il memoriale Teardrop of Lahaina. #maui #lahaina #incendio #recupero
Il Disaster Case Management Program dello Stato delle Hawaii ha organizzato una giornata di commemorazione per il secondo anniversario degli incendi di Maui. Il DCMP ha realizzato 102 leis in onore delle 102 vite perse negli incendi e li ha collocati al memoriale Teardrop of Lahaina. #maui #lahaina #incendio #recupero
Il team GEM Hawaii-Pacifico. Aumentando i nostri operatori del caso di oltre il 100%. La San Vincenzo de' Paoli sta svolgendo oggi presso il GEM il corso di formazione per i nuovi assunti del Programma DCM dello Stato delle Hawaii.
Il team GEM Hawaii-Pacifico. Aumentando i nostri operatori del caso di oltre il 100%. La San Vincenzo de' Paoli sta svolgendo oggi presso il GEM il corso di formazione per i nuovi assunti del Programma DCM dello Stato delle Hawaii.
Il programma Maui Relief TANF, amministrato da @mauieconomicopportunity (MEO) e @globalempowermentmissionhawaii, fornisce un sostegno a breve e a lungo termine alle famiglie con bambini il cui reddito è pari o inferiore al 350% del livello di povertà federale e che sono state direttamente o indirettamente colpite dagli incendi.
Mentre il programma offre una serie di benefici, il sostegno all'alloggio è disponibile solo per le famiglie che hanno subito perdite di proprietà. Il sostegno è temporaneo e limitato a otto mesi più il deposito cauzionale. I benefici sono disponibili solo per le famiglie con persone a carico. Scansionate il codice QR qui sopra per fare domanda oggi stesso! Per saperne di più sul nostro lavoro alle Hawaii, visitate il link nella nostra bio, oppure: https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/maui-wildfires/ #maui #wildfires #disasterrecovery #GEM #MEO
Il programma Maui Relief TANF, amministrato da @mauieconomicopportunity (MEO) e @globalempowermentmissionhawaii, fornisce un sostegno a breve e a lungo termine alle famiglie con bambini il cui reddito è pari o inferiore al 350% del livello di povertà federale e che sono state direttamente o indirettamente colpite dagli incendi.
Mentre il programma offre una serie di benefici, il sostegno all'alloggio è disponibile solo per le famiglie che hanno subito perdite di proprietà. Il sostegno è temporaneo e limitato a otto mesi più il deposito cauzionale. I benefici sono disponibili solo per le famiglie con persone a carico. Scansionate il codice QR qui sopra per fare domanda oggi stesso! Per saperne di più sul nostro lavoro alle Hawaii, visitate il link nella nostra bio, oppure: https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/maui-wildfires/ #maui #wildfires #disasterrecovery #GEM #MEO
Statistiche riassuntive
Programma di assistenza all'affitto per i non idonei alla FEMA
Fase 1: Risposta immediata
Il nostro team GEM BStrong è ora sul posto a Maui, nelle Hawaii, per assistere coloro che sono stati gravemente colpiti dagli incendi. La nostra assistenza immediata avverrà sotto forma di carte di credito BStrong, che offrono ai sopravvissuti la flessibilità di acquistare le provviste di cui hanno più bisogno. Offriremo inoltre assistenza per alloggi Airbnb a breve termine, soluzioni abitative a lungo termine, progetti di ricostruzione e assistenza per l'acquisto di attrezzi da lavoro a coloro che hanno subito gravi danni o sono stati completamente distrutti dagli incendi. Offriremo anche assistenza agli animali domestici colpiti. Il nostro team sarà sul posto a tempo indeterminato, per garantire a chi si trova a Maui tutto il sostegno a lungo termine necessario.
GEM opererà ora dal nuovo ufficio di Maui, aperto per fornire assistenza per le richieste di alloggio a lungo termine, per le nostre carte di assistenza in denaro BStrong e per altri aiuti.
Soluzioni abitative a lungo termine
Il GEM sta attualmente offrendo assistenza abitativa a lungo termine a coloro che sono stati sfollati a causa degli incendi di Lahaina. Con questo programma contribuiamo ad alleviare i costi di alloggio delle famiglie che devono trasferirsi in nuovi spazi. Inoltre, forniremo a queste case le prime necessità di base con i nostri kit di benvenuto GEM.
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