What is UTOPIA Hawai‘i?The "United Territories of Polynesian Islanders' Alliance!" UTOPIA was started in San Francisco in 1998 to support the Polynesian gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgenders, and, their families. The goal was to bring Pacific Islanders together in a social setting in order to ease the isolation many faced in accepting their sexuality, at the same time remaining connected to the culture and their families.In late 1999, with the help of Life Foundation and G.L.C.C. we began our chapter here on O'ahu. Along with Life Foundation, we are trying to address the trend of rising HIV infections in our Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander community, as well as supporting those who have already been affected by the disease (there are over 200 of our Asian / Pacific Islander HIV+ brothers and sisters at L.F.)UTOPIA Hawai‘i also specializes in holding events and activities. Some have included:Movie Nites! - We enjoy movies that directly address gay issues, though we also like films that carry Pacific Islander themes to them.HIV Workshops - Staying updated with the latest HIV information and news, including live condom demonstrations by hot local guys, and creative HIV 101 tecniques!Karaoke Nights - Singing the night away in a safe & supportive atmosphere.Other events include lu‘au, the Waterpark, karaoke, etc.!
You can also join 'Aha UTOPIA! The 'Aha is the planning committee which meets monthly to set our future events and makes the decisions for the group. But it's more than your typical neighborhood board meeting…grinds like you wouldn't believe! Come check it out!
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