Hawaii Gap Inspires Young Adults with Environmental Leadership Gap Year Program

Kaneohe, Hawaii - Hawaii Gap, a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering environmental stewardship, is thrilled to announce the opening of its transformative Environmental Leadership gap year program in September, 2025. This unique 10-week program offers a powerful opportunity for recent high school graduates or those taking a gap year to immerse themselves in the breathtaking Hawaiian environment while developing critical leadership skills to champion environmental causes. The program is held in the Kau district of Hawaiʻi Island.

"We are passionate about inspiring the next generation to protect our planet," says Michael Richards, Co-founder and Executive Director at Hawaii Gap. "This program offers a unique opportunity for young adults to gain a deep understanding of environmental challenges while developing critical leadership skills so they can effectively create positive change."

Designed for recent high school graduates or those taking a gap year before or during college, the program immerses participants in the incredible and diverse landscapes of Hawaii Island. Through interactive learning, hands-on experiences, and expert guidance, participants will:

- Gain a comprehensive understanding of environmental science: Explore topics like climate change, biodiversity loss, and sustainable practices.
- Take action through hands-on conservation efforts: Participate in beach cleanups, invasive species removal, and coral and native plant restoration projects.
- Develop critical leadership skills: Learn effective communication, collaboration, and problem-solving techniques to advocate for environmental solutions.
- Build a supportive community: Live alongside fellow passionate individuals and experienced instructors, fostering lifelong connections and shared experiences.

Dr. Floyd McCoy, University of Hawaiʻi Professor Emeritus in Geoscience and Oceanography, is one of the other co-founders of Hawaii Gap. "The highlight of every semester I taught was when we went out to do field work. In the field the students gained perspective and an understanding of nature, of history, and of the human impact. With this gap program those five day field courses are expanded to ten weeks - the students spend the entire semester immersed in the environment. The experience will be transformative."

Mr. Richards adds, "We have created this Environmental Leadership gap year program to be an unforgettable journey that goes beyond academics. Our goal is to provide participants with the tools and confidence to become active environmental stewards and leaders towards a more sustainable future."

Applications for the upcoming semester are now open! To learn more about the program, eligibility requirements, and the application process, visit https://HawaiiGap.org or contact us at info@hawaiigap.org or +1 (808) 235-3612. Follow Hawaii Gap on Facebook and Instagram.

Hawaii Gap
PO Box 5031
Kaneohe HI 96744
+1 (808) 235-3612

Press Contact:
Michael Richards
+1 (808) 235-3612
mike@hawaiigap.org

Hawaii Gap is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting young adults with the wonders of the Hawaiian environment and empowering them to become responsible stewards of our planet. Through immersive learning experiences and hands-on activities, we inspire future generations to champion environmental sustainability and create a positive impact on the world.

Hawaii Gap is a subsidiary of Science Camps of America, a Hawaii-based non-profit providing fun, interesting, and hands-on learning opportunities for young people to immerse themselves in informal science education. Learn more at https://ScienceCampsAmerica.com.

This release was published on openPR.