WHO WE ARE
Teen Alert Program, or TAP808, is a program of the Domestic Violence Action Center (DVAC). Our mission is to promote and celebrate healthy relationships for all ages, and to tap out teen dating violence through prevention education, individual advocacy, and social change.
We center our work around building a movement where Hawaii's youth feel safe, empowered, and dignified in making decisions on who and how they love. We are an inclusive program that believes all humans should be treated equally regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, class, culture, ability, etc. TAP808 serves anyone in Hawaiʻi ages 12–21 who is experiencing, at risk for, or has been affected by dating violence.
We help fulfill 'Healthy Relationship' curriculums with our free presentations for schools!
We listen, we don't judge.
We know that reaching out can feel scary. You may not know what to call what you’re experiencing, you may have questions, or you may simply want someone to talk to. There is no judgment here. Our advocates are here to listen, support you, and help you understand your options—whether you’re dealing with something that feels small, something that feels overwhelming, or you’re just not sure what’s happening.
Many members of our team are survivors themselves, and our trauma-informed approach has been shaped by the voices and experiences of survivors. You don’t have to have everything figured out before you reach out. We’ll meet you where you are and support you with compassion, understanding, and respect. Our conversations are fully confidential & we'll never force you to do anything.
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ABOUT JORDAN
Program Manager
Jordan is an educator, creator, and advocate. He graduated from Radford University in Southwest Virginia with a degree in Education, and taught high school English courses in rural Alaska, Illinois, and Hawai’i before moving to the Domestic Violence Action Center in 2023. A survivor of domestic violence, Jordan is passionate about providing prevention and response to teens in similar situations. In his free time, you’ll find him reading, working on his vintage motorcycle, and spending time with his fiancée, Alex, and their tiny dog, Manapua.
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ABOUT MICHAEL
Trainer & Advocate
My name is Michael. I've had amazing opportunities to live in Taiwan, Brazil, and now Hawaii. I'm originally from New York, but left when I was 18, and have been traveling since. I love music, playing guitar, skating, and learning about the world around me. I graduated from The University at Buffalo in Sociology and hope to take the knowledge I've gained over the years, to help people reach their goals.
