DHHL Broadband

Home
United States
Kapolei, HI
DHHL Broadband

Directions Website

Bringing affordable, fast, and reliable broadband to Hawaiian home lands. We’re part of the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands.

DHHL’s Broadband program works to ensure households and businesses on Hawaiian home lands have access to phone and internet services that are affordable, fast and reliable. We advocate on behalf of DHHL lessees and coordinate with telecommunications service providers. Additionally, we develop programs to help DHHL beneficiaries acquire the digital skills and tools necessary to utilize the internet for health care, jobs, education and other essential services.

10/23/2026

Working remotely doesn’t always mean supplying your own equipment or figuring everything out alone. Among surveyed Hawai‘i businesses offering remote positions, 82% provide computer software and 75% provide hardware. Support also includes onboarding or new employee training at 73% of these businesses and job-specific technical training at 58%.

When considering a remote role, ask what equipment and training the employer provides so you know what support to expect.

10/21/2026

As broadband continues to expand across Hawaiian home lands, connecting each community and home can look different. Factors such as distance, terrain and existing infrastructure can all play a role in how service reaches your area.

Understanding the different ways broadband can be delivered can help explain why connection types may vary from one location to another.

Click here to learn more: https://dhhlbroadband.com/

10/19/2026

This month’s ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i term is kahuapaʻa, meaning “website.” A kahuapaʻa can be a place to find information, learn something new and connect with family and friends.

Our own kahuapaʻa brings together DHHL Broadband updates, resources and tools to help your household get connected. Visit the link in our bio to take a look!

10/16/2026

Today we remember Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop and her enduring commitment to education. In her will, she established Kamehameha Schools, creating a lasting legacy of learning for generations to come.

As DHHL works to expand broadband access on Hawaiian home lands, education is one of the primary opportunities a reliable connection can support, from completing homework to learning new job skills.

10/14/2026

From spreadsheets to video calls, digital skills are an important part of preparing for remote work. Among surveyed Hawai‘i businesses offering remote positions, 79% identified computer and technology skills as needed for these jobs, while and 81% expected familiarity with Microsoft Office and 75% with videoconferencing platforms.

DHHL is launching a workforce development program to help beneficiaries develop the skills they need for remote work! Stay tuned for more information about opportunities to build your digital skills and prepare for broadband-enabled careers.

09/30/2026

NTIA’s Native Entities Grant Program is making approximately $250 million in competitive funding available to support broadband use and adoption in Native communities. Eligible projects can include digital skills and workforce training, education and employment opportunities, technology and equipment access and public access computing centers.

Indian Tribes, Alaska Native entities and Native Hawaiian organizations may be eligible to apply, with individual awards expected to range from $500,000 to $2.5 million.

Homestead associations and organizations interested in the opportunity are encouraged to review the program requirements and eligibility details. Applications are due November 17, 2026.

Learn more about the program at: https://broadbandusa.ntia.gov/

For questions and additional information, visit:

NEGP FAQ: https://broadbandusa.ntia.gov/technical-assistance/TBCP3_NEGP_FAQ_v1
Office Hours: https://broadbandusa.ntia.gov/events/latest-events

09/23/2026

Think your internet is fast? Put it to the test! ⚡ Your results can help us get a better picture of internet speeds across Hawaiian Home Lands and support efforts to improve connectivity in our communities.

Visit speedtest.net to take the speed test today.

09/15/2026

Still buffering? 👀 Slow downloads, frozen video calls, and endless loading screens can make getting online frustrating. Help us better understand internet speeds on Hawaiian Home Lands by taking our speed test today.

Visit speedtest.net to take the test.

09/04/2026

The Hawaiian word for “internet provider” is ke kahua hoʻolako pūnaewele. Taken from “hoʻolako,” to supply, and “pūnaewele,” meaning network, it refers to the company that connects your home or business to the internet using cables, phone lines or wireless networks.

For help selecting an internet provider, check out our website for tips and resources: https://dhhlbroadband.com/lessee-resources/.

08/12/2026

Ho‘omaika‘i, Aislen! 🎉

Aislen Bacalso is taking on a new role with the DHHL Broadband Program as Broadband Coordination Assistant.

A 2020 graduate of Kamehameha Schools Kapālama and current Global MBA student at UH Mānoa, Aislen’s work at DHHL includes supporting telehealth programs and preparing for the distribution of laptops to charter schools across DHHL’s pae ‘āina, helping more keiki and ʻohana access the tools they need to learn, connect and thrive. In her role, she also supports grant compliance, program coordination and broadband initiatives that expand access to essential services and opportunities across Hawaiian Home Lands.

We’re excited to celebrate Aislen and her work supporting Native Hawaiian communities across the state.

Address

Kapolei, HI

Website

https://dhhl.hawaii.gov/broadband/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when DHHL Broadband posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Want your organization to be the top-listed government service in Kapolei?