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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
JUNTE-SE A NÓS ESTE FIM-DE-SEMANA: Pop-up de Recursos de Recuperação da Comunidade e da Força de Trabalho | Domingo, 12 de outubro | 11h00 - 16h00 @familypromiseofhawaii @pacificgateway @alohaunitedway @aloha_house_inc @svdpusa @danielle.dreis
JUNTE-SE A NÓS ESTE FIM-DE-SEMANA: Pop-up de Recursos de Recuperação da Comunidade e da Força de Trabalho | Domingo, 12 de outubro | 11h00 - 16h00 @familypromiseofhawaii @pacificgateway @alohaunitedway @aloha_house_inc @svdpusa @danielle.dreis
Programa de Gestão de Casos de Catástrofe | Lahaina Strong @state_of_hawaii @alohaunitedway @aloha_house_inc @svdpusa @globalempowermentmissionhawaii
Programa de Gestão de Casos de Catástrofe | Lahaina Strong @state_of_hawaii @alohaunitedway @aloha_house_inc @svdpusa @globalempowermentmissionhawaii
Pop-up de Recursos de Recuperação da Comunidade e da Força de Trabalho | Domingo, 12 de outubro | 11h00 - 16h00 @familypromiseofhawaii @pacificgateway @alohaunitedway @aloha_house_inc @svdpusa
Pop-up de Recursos de Recuperação da Comunidade e da Força de Trabalho | Domingo, 12 de outubro | 11h00 - 16h00 @familypromiseofhawaii @pacificgateway @alohaunitedway @aloha_house_inc @svdpusa
Formação de Especialistas em Habitação do Programa de Gestão de Casos de Catástrofe (DCMP) do Departamento de Serviços Humanos (DHS) no escritório do GEM esta semana. #maui #lahaina #recuperaçãodefogos
Formação de Especialistas em Habitação do Programa de Gestão de Casos de Catástrofe (DCMP) do Departamento de Serviços Humanos (DHS) no escritório do GEM esta semana. #maui #lahaina #firerecovery
O dia de recordação do Programa de Gestão de Casos de Catástrofe do Estado do Havai para o aniversário de 2 anos dos incêndios florestais de Maui. O DCMP fez 102 leis para homenagear as 102 vidas perdidas nos incêndios e colocou os leis no memorial Teardrop of Lahaina. #maui #lahaina #fogo #recuperação
O dia de recordação do Programa de Gestão de Casos de Catástrofe do Estado do Havai para o aniversário de 2 anos dos incêndios florestais de Maui. O DCMP fez 102 leis para homenagear as 102 vidas perdidas nos incêndios e colocou os leis no memorial Teardrop of Lahaina. #maui #lahaina #fogo #recuperação
Equipa GEM Hawaii-Pacífico. Aumento de mais de 100% dos nossos assistentes sociais. São Vicente de Paulo a fazer a nova formação do Programa DCM do Estado do Havai no GEM hoje.
Equipa GEM Hawaii-Pacífico. Aumento de mais de 100% dos nossos assistentes sociais. São Vicente de Paulo está a fazer a nova formação do Programa DCM do Estado do Havai no GEM hoje.
O Maui Relief TANF Program, administrado pela @mauieconomicopportunity (MEO) e pela @globalempowermentmissionhawaii, fornece apoio a curto e longo prazo a famílias com crianças cujo rendimento é igual ou inferior a 350% do nível de pobreza federal e que foram direta ou indiretamente afectadas pelos incêndios florestais.
Embora o programa ofereça uma série de benefícios, o apoio à habitação só está disponível para as famílias que sofreram perdas de propriedade. O apoio é temporário e limitado a oito meses mais o depósito de segurança. Os benefícios só estão disponíveis para famílias com dependentes. Digitalize o código QR acima para se candidatar hoje! Para saber mais sobre o nosso trabalho no Havai, visite a ligação na nossa biografia ou: https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/maui-wildfires/ #maui #wildfires #disasterrecovery #GEM #MEO
O Maui Relief TANF Program, administrado pela @mauieconomicopportunity (MEO) e pela @globalempowermentmissionhawaii, fornece apoio a curto e longo prazo a famílias com crianças cujo rendimento é igual ou inferior a 350% do nível de pobreza federal e que foram direta ou indiretamente afectadas pelos incêndios florestais.
Embora o programa ofereça uma série de benefícios, o apoio à habitação só está disponível para as famílias que sofreram perdas de propriedade. O apoio é temporário e limitado a oito meses mais o depósito de segurança. Os benefícios só estão disponíveis para famílias com dependentes. Digitalize o código QR acima para se candidatar hoje! Para saber mais sobre o nosso trabalho no Havai, visite a ligação na nossa biografia, ou: https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/maui-wildfires/ #maui #wildfires #disasterrecovery #GEM #MEO
Resumo das estatísticas
Programa de assistência ao arrendamento para pessoas elegíveis para a FEMA
Fase 1: Resposta imediata
A nossa equipa GEM BStrong está agora no terreno em Maui, no Havai, a ajudar as pessoas que foram gravemente afectadas pelos incêndios florestais. A nossa assistência imediata será prestada sob a forma dos nossos BStrong cash cards, que oferecem aos sobreviventes a flexibilidade de comprarem os bens de que mais necessitam. Também ofereceremos assistência para alojamento de curto prazo no Airbnb, soluções de alojamento de longo prazo, projectos de reconstrução e assistência para a compra de ferramentas de empreiteiro para aqueles cujas casas foram gravemente danificadas ou completamente destruídas pelos incêndios. Também ofereceremos apoio aos animais de estimação afectados. A nossa equipa estará no terreno indefinidamente, garantindo que as pessoas em Maui receberão todo o apoio necessário a longo prazo.
O GEM estará agora a funcionar a partir do nosso novo escritório em Maui, que está aberto para ajudar com os pedidos de alojamento a longo prazo, os nossos cartões de assistência financeira BStrong e outras ajudas.
Soluções de alojamento a longo prazo
O GEM está atualmente a oferecer assistência habitacional a longo prazo às pessoas que ficaram desalojadas devido aos incêndios de Lahaina. Neste programa, estamos a ajudar a aliviar os custos de habitação das famílias que têm de se mudar para novos espaços. Também forneceremos a estas casas as primeiras necessidades básicas, através dos nossos kits de boas-vindas do GEM.
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