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YWCA Oahu honors women leaders at 49th annual Leader Luncheon May 6, 2026
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Four women leaders in Hawaii were honored Wednesday at YWCA Oahu’s 49th Annual LeaderLuncheon in Waikiki.
The annual event, hosted by Hawaii News Now’s Grace Lee and held at the Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort, recognized women for their leadership, professional accomplishments and community impact.
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This year’s honorees included:
Darlene Blakeney of First Hawaiian Bank
Kaleialoha Cadinha-Puaa of Cadinha & Company
Wendy Shewalter of Office Pavilion
Dana Tokioka of Atlas Insurance Agency and Tradewind Group Foundation
YWCA O‘ahu Announces 2026 LeaderLuncheon Honorees
Four exemplary women leaders will be honored at YWCA Oahu's 49th Annual LeaderLuncheon on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at the Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort, from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m.
YWCA Oahu’s Bella Project Hosts Free Formalwear Event for Local Youth
YWCA Oʻahu and The Bella Project will host a two-day free formalwear event to help local youth prepare for upcoming milestone events such as prom and school formals.
Hawaiʻi Women's Legislative Caucus to Unveil 2026 Bill Package
The Hawaiʻi Women's Legislative Caucus is set to unveil its bill package for the 2026 Legislative Session on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. This presentation will take place during a breakfast and panel discussion in collaboration with YWCA Oʻahu.
YWCA O‘ahu Awarded $72K by Minami Community Foundation to Transform Commercial Kitchen at Kokokahi Campus
YWCA O‘ahu has been honored to receive a generous $72,300 grant from the Minami Community Foundation to support the creation of a state-of-the-art commercial kitchen at the YWCA Kokokahi Windward Campus, an initiative rooted in culture, wellness, and community connection.
A Legacy of Empowerment: YWCA O‘ahu Celebrates 125 Years of Serving the Community
On August 8, 2025, YWCA Oʻahu together with Governor Josh Green, M.D., and First Lady Jaime Kanani Green invited the community to a very special “Dine With Us” event at Washington Place. This memorable evening honored YWCA Oahu’s 125th Anniversary of empowering women and advancing equity throughout Hawai‘i.
Patsy T. Mink Center for Business & LeadershipWelcomes Cohort 10 of Hawaii’s Emerging Women Leaders
The Patsy T. Mink Leadership Alliance, Hawaii’s premier leadership program dedicated to empowering established women professionals, is proud to announce the selection of 21 distinguished leaders for its tenth cohort, starting August 21.
YWCA Oahu’s Kepola Dudoit Named as Dress for Success® Women Who Inspire Honoree
YWCA Oahu’s Kepola Dudoit is being recognized as one of this year’s 2025 Dress for Success® Women Who Inspire honorees. In celebration of International Women's Day and Women's History Month, the Women Who Inspire campaign honors 31 women whose stories reflect resilience, perseverance, and transformative journeys, showcasing the strength and achievements of women worldwide.