FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Aris Banaag, Event Chairman
Email: mauimensmarch@gmail.com
PRESS RELEASE
September 28, 2024
Maui Rallies for the 5th Annual Men’s March Against Violence on October 4, 2024
Kahului, HI – The 5th Annual Maui Men’s March Against Violence is fast approaching and will take place
on Friday, October 4, 2024, from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM at the Kalana O Maui Building (County of Maui
Building) located at 200 South High Street, Wailuku, HI.
This free event invites everyone in the community—public and private sectors alike—to unite in a
powerful show of solidarity against domestic violence, abuse, and all forms of violence. We are calling on
the Maui community to come together and take a stand, demonstrating our collective commitment to
ending violence in our homes and neighborhoods.
Participants will gather for registration at 11:30 AM, and the event will officially begin at 12:00 PM with
remarks from local leaders, including a proclamation from Mayor Richard T. Bissen Jr. The program will
feature the presentation of the Distinguished Citizens Award and a community pledge against violence.
At 12:40 PM, the march will commence from the Kalana O Maui Building, proceeding through Market
Street and returning to the starting point for a closing ceremony. The event will conclude with a
candlelight vigil at 1:10 PM, led by Women Helping Women, in honor of the survivors and victims of
violence.
“We are at a critical point in our efforts to combat domestic violence,” said Event Chair Aris Banaag. “This
march is more than just a symbolic gesture—it’s a call to action for everyone to step up. We challenge
every member of our community—from businesses, schools, families, and public officials—to join us. Your
presence matters. Together, we can send a resounding message that violence of any kind has no place in
our society. Let’s show that Maui will stand firm and support our most vulnerable.”
Free bentos will be provided to all participants while supplies last, and parking will be available at the
Wailuku Garage.
This event is brought to the community by key partners, including University of Hawaii Maui College
(UHMC), Made in Hope, Maui Family Support Services’ Kane Connections, Women Helping Women, and
the County of Maui.
We encourage the entire Maui community—businesses, organizations, and residents—to rise to this
challenge and make their voices heard. Join us in this march to say no to violence and yes to a safe,
supportive community for all.
For more information or to confirm participation, please contact us at mauimensmarch@gmail.com.
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