Project scope
Categories
Gender studies Training & development Workplace culture Leadership Change managementSkills
sexual harassment awareness organizational change management organizational leadership educational materials development organizational behavior research psychology leadershipThe Pono Pono Peace Initiative seeks to develop a comprehensive sexual violence prevention program aimed at transforming organizational culture. The primary goal is to foster leadership that promotes a healthy work environment by addressing issues of patriarchy and hierarchy, which often contribute to environments where sexual harassment can occur. This project will involve researching best practices in organizational change, understanding the dynamics of power and privilege, and developing educational materials that can be used to train leaders and employees. The program will focus on creating awareness and providing practical tools for establishing workplace norms that prioritize respect, equality, and safety. By engaging with these concepts, learners will apply their classroom knowledge of organizational behavior, psychology, and leadership to real-world challenges, ultimately contributing to a safer and more inclusive workplace culture.
The project will result in a comprehensive training module that includes a detailed curriculum, interactive workshops, and assessment tools designed to measure the program's effectiveness. Additionally, learners will produce a set of guidelines for implementing cultural change within organizations, along with a report summarizing their research findings and recommendations. These deliverables will equip organizations with the resources needed to cultivate a culture of safety and respect.
Sharing knowledge in specific technical skills, techniques, methodologies required for the project.
Direct involvement in project tasks, offering guidance, and demonstrating techniques.
Providing access to necessary tools, software, and resources required for project completion.
Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.
Supported causes
The global challenges this project addresses, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Learn more about all 17 SDGs here.
About the company
The Pono Pono Peace Initiative is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization registered in Hawaii. Our mission is to empower peacebuilding students by offering supplemental learning, internships, and career development opportunities tailored to the Asia-Pacific region. Our vision is to ensure that 80% of local peacebuilding students graduate with a clear path to graduate school or multiple job opportunities that value their unique training and skills.
Our values are:
- Student-Centric Approach: We prioritize our students' needs and aspirations, ensuring that our programs and initiatives are tailored to their individual development and career goals.
- Equity and Accessibility: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that removes barriers and provides equal opportunities for all peacebuilding students, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status.
- Collaborative Partnerships: We foster strong relationships with organizations, institutions, and industry leaders, both locally in Hawaii and across the Asia-Pacific and Oceania region, to expand the range of internships, training programs, and job opportunities available to our students.
- Continuous Improvement: We continuously evaluate and enhance our programs to ensure they remain relevant, effective, and aligned with the evolving needs of our students and the job market.
- Ethical Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and professional integrity in all our dealings, serving as role models for our students and the community.
Our name comes from the Hawaiian word 'Pono' which means balance and righteousness. In Hawaiian when you put two words beside each other, their meaning is deepened or emphasized. Thus 'Pono Pono' extends Pono to a deeper level and reminds us that to have Pono Pono peace it is not enough to avoid conflict or do right; we need to do more to create peace! It is not enough to remove the weeds; we must plant the flowers and food of peace.
Pono Pono is a call to be a positive influence in the world wherever we are.