Hawai’i Youth Challenge Academy

The Hawai‘i Youth Challenge Academy (HYCA) is a program run by the Hawai‘i National Guard that helps at-risk youth (ages 16-18) earn their high school diploma or equivalent while developing life skills, discipline, and leadership. The program includes mentorship, career training, and job placement support. They support ‘ōpio on their campuses located in Kapolei, O’ahu and Hilo, Hawai’i. Graduates can continue with the Hawai’i Job Challenge Academy for additional career training.