Moments That Matter
Highlights from our work to end domestic violence in Hawaiʻi.
Kuleana & Conversations: The Economic Cost of Domestic Violence
October 15, 2026 · Ka Nuʻu Hoʻoulu Conference Center, Bank of Hawaiʻi
During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, DVAC brought together Hawaiʻi business leaders, partners, and community members to talk about the economic cost of domestic violence and the role workplaces can play in supporting survivors and their ʻohana.
One message stayed with us from ALTRES Risk Management Director John Fielding: as leaders, it doesn’t take much to be there for our employees. Showing up, checking in, and offering support can make a real difference for someone going through domestic violence. For many survivors, work can also be a place of safety and escape.
Conversations like these show how Hawaiʻi’s business community can be part of the solution.
Mahalo to our panelists:
- Shauna Pantohan, Senior VP, Director of Culture & Employee Experience, Bank of Hawaiʻi
- John Fielding, Risk Management Director, ALTRES
- Dr. Dana Watanabe, Chief of Emergency Medicine, Straub Benioff Medical Center
Special mahalo to Bank of Hawaiʻi for hosting us, and to Tia Hartsock of the Office of Wellness and Resilience, who joined us on behalf of the Office of the Governor.
Need support? Call the DVAC Helpline at 808-531-3771.
32nd Annual Men’s March Against Violence
October 1, 2026 · Downtown Honolulu
During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, hundreds of survivors, advocates, community organizations, schools, and elected leaders marched through downtown Honolulu. The march began with a remembrance at ʻIolani Palace, went down King, Bishop, and Beretania Streets past the State Capitol, and ended back at the palace for a rally.
DVAC CEO Kerrie Urosevich called on men to lead the way: “Speak up, hold each other accountable, so men play a really critical role.” She also reminded the crowd that this work is for everyone: “I know many men and boys are victims of violence, so it’s ending violence for everybody.”
Honoring Men Committed to Ending Violence: This year we proudly recognized David Kawika Mattos for his dedication to ending violence and his example for men across our community.
Mahalo to our speakers: OHA Trustee Dan Ahuna; Mitch Roth of Central Pacific Bank, former Hawaiʻi County Mayor; HPD Chief David Lazar; and Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Steve Alm.
Mahalo to our sponsors: First Hawaiian Bank, Kaiser Permanente, and Hawaii Dental Service.
In the News
- Hundreds take to Honolulu streets for 32nd annual Men’s March Against Violence, Hawaii News Now
- From a Call to Action to a Movement Against Domestic Violence, Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi
Need support? Call the DVAC Helpline at 808-531-3771.