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Commit to Keiki – October 2025 Newsletter

Behind every effort to support Hawai‘i’s keiki are champions leading the way. In this new series, we’re spotlighting one leader whose work is helping to strengthen the systems that care for our youngest keiki and their families. This month, we are honored to feature Nadia Holt. associate director, community impact at the Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i, and a member of the Commit to Keiki Steering Committee.

Commit to Keiki – September 2025 Newsletter

Commit to Keiki is pleased to share our 2026 Policy Priorities, a roadmap for strengthening Hawai‘i’s early childhood system and ensuring that every keiki from birth to age five has the opportunity to grow up healthy, safe, and ready to succeed.

Commit to Keiki – August 2025 Newsletter

On August 19, Commit to Keiki welcomed Governor Josh Green, M.D., County representatives, Steering Committee members, and community partners for our annual partnership breakfast. These gatherings are held each year to strengthen relationships between state and county leaders, align priorities, and ensure Hawai‘i’s youngest keiki and their families remain at the center of policy and investment decisions.

Commit to Keiki – July 2025 Newsletter

Behind every effort to support Hawai‘i’s keiki are champions leading the way. In this new monthly series, we’re spotlighting one leader whose work is helping to strengthen the systems that care for our youngest keiki and their families. In this first edition, we are honored to feature Megan McCorriston, CEO of Seagull Schools and a member of the Commit to Keiki Steering Committee. Guided by the belief that access to education is a fundamental human right, Megan has dedicated her career to expanding opportunities for children. Her expertise in education policy and practice, along with her steady leadership through times of change, reflects the vital role that early learning providers play in building a strong foundation for Hawai‘i’s youngest keiki.

Commit to Keiki – June 2025 Newsletter

Earlier this month, we shared a report prepared by the IDEA Infant & Toddler Coordinators Association, outlining key elements of the proposed FFY 2026 budget.

Commit to Keiki – May 2025 Newsletter

In our ongoing Living808 series with KHON, we’ve been diving deeper into the key issues affecting Hawai‘i’s youngest keiki and their families. Our latest segment, which aired on March 17, explores the powerful role of peer support in helping families navigate life’s challenges.

Commit to Keiki – April 2025 Newsletter

In our ongoing Living808 series with KHON, we’ve been diving deeper into the key issues affecting Hawai‘i’s youngest keiki and their families. Our latest segment, which aired on March 17, explores the powerful role of peer support in helping families navigate life’s challenges.

Sasha Autele and Manalani Kanahele

Commit to Keiki – March 2025 Newsletter

In our ongoing Living808 series with KHON, we’ve been diving deeper into the key issues affecting Hawai‘i’s youngest keiki and their families. Our latest segment, which aired on March 17, explores the powerful role of peer support in helping families navigate life’s challenges.