Who we are
Maui Nui Empowered is a coalition of dedicated Maui County residents united by a shared purpose: to safeguard our local values and ensure that our community can prosper here at home. We are a non-profit advocacy organization (501(c)(4)) driven by the belief that empowering residents with knowledge and tools can spark real change. Our team includes lifelong locals, professionals in housing and business and community leaders, all coming together with a common vision. We’re proud of Maui County’s rich cultural heritage and aloha spirit, and we’re committed to carrying those values forward as we tackle today’s toughest challenges.
our mission
Our mission is simple: make Maui County livable for all its people.
We work to address the critical issues of housing and cost of living that impact everyone in our islands. That means championing solutions so that young families, kūpuna (seniors), and hardworking residents alike can afford to stay and thrive here. It also means preserving what makes Maui Nui special: our culture, environment, and sense of community, even as we push for progress. To achieve this, Maui Nui Empowered takes a multi-pronged approach:
Public Education: We provide accurate information, research, and analysis on housing and economic issues. By using facts and data, we help residents and decision-makers understand root problems and consider practical solutions.
Advocacy & Policy Change: We collaborate with government leaders and policy makers to drive reforms that will expand housing opportunities and reduce the cost of living.
Community Engagement: We empower Maui County residents to get involved in civic decisions. Through workshops, forums, and outreach (online and in-person), we encourage our neighbors to voice their concerns, attend hearings, and vote for positive change. We believe that an informed and engaged community can hold leaders accountable and shape our islands’ future.
