Safety, Service, and Systems Change in Hawaii
Welcome to Safety, Service, and System Change in Hawaii— a limited series podcast that brings together community leaders, mental health advocates, and public safety experts for bold, honest conversations about healing, justice, and safety in Hawaii.
Hosted by Katie Kaahanui, each episode explores the honest stories behind the headlines and the innovative solutions shaping change in our communities.
Safety, Service, and Systems Change in Hawaii
Kuleana and Community: Leading Public Safety with Heart
What does it mean to lead and enforce with compassion, and how can public safety evolve to meet the needs of the most vulnerable?
In this episode, we sit down with Mike Lambert, Director of Hawaii’s Department of Law Enforcement, to further explore the evolving intersection of public safety and mental health across the state. We discuss the vision for a more integrated approach to crisis response, the challenges and opportunities in building cross-sector trust, and the importance of leadership that uplifts community and systemic healing. Co-hosted by Katie Kaahanui and Erika Villalobos, this conversation also highlights the vital role of emerging leaders in shaping Hawaii’s future.