Families Face Rising Evictions Amid Hawaiʻi’s Housing Crisis
As more residents fall behind on rent following the federal shutdown, community groups urge cooperation to keep families in their homes.
Honolulu, Oʻahu
Source: KITV4 Island News
Hawaiʻi’s housing crisis continues to intensify as families struggle to pay rent amid rising costs and the lingering effects of the federal government shutdown. The Mediation Center of the Pacific reported its highest number of cases this year in October, signaling growing instability across the state.
The shutdown left many federal workers without pay, pushing some into eviction proceedings after missing just one month’s rent. For residents already stretched thin by Hawaiʻi’s high cost of living, even short-term disruptions can lead to long-term displacement.
The Mediation Center is urging tenants and landlords to turn to mediation early, before eviction becomes unavoidable. These discussions can help both sides develop plans for repayment, prevent homelessness, and reduce anxiety for struggling families.
💭 How can Hawaiʻi redefine housing as a form of kuleana, grounded in care for both ʻāina and the people who call it home?
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