Hawai'i Association for Behavior Analysis

02/12/2026

We’re bringing HABA across the islands 🌊🌴

Neighbor Island Meet-Ups are coming soon to:
O‘ahu • Maui • Hawai‘i • Kaua‘i

Connect with fellow ABA professionals, strengthen our ʻohana, and stay tuned for more details.

02/08/2026

🌺 The wait is over!

We’re excited to announce the 21st HABA Annual Conference!

📅 Dates: September 3–4, 2026
📍 Location: ʻAlohilani Resort Waikīkī Beach

Join us for an opportunity to connect with peers across Hawaiʻi. Don’t miss this chance to learn, network, and grow in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Stay tuned for registration info and speaker highlights!

02/07/2026

Aloha HABA ʻohana and friends,

It’s February, and we’re excited to finally kick off 2026! 🌺

The Hawaiʻi Association for Behavior Analysis (HABA) is proud to introduce our 2026 Board of Directors.

This dedicated team brings together expertise across clinical practice, education, legislation, and community advocacy. Together, they are committed to culturally responsive, ethical, and inclusive applied behavior analysis across Hawaiʻi. We can’t wait to see you at the exciting initiatives and events planned for this year!

01/03/2026

📊✨ HABA Year in Review ✨📊

What a year! In 2025 our HABA community continued to grow and thrive:

🔹 429 members strong
🔹 71 emails sent to keep you informed and connected (check your profile settings to make sure you’re receiving all communications going into 2026)
🔹 Quarterly newsletters highlighting news, resources, and upcoming events
🔹 3.3K Facebook followers
🔹 1.3K Instagram followers (+40.8% growth in reach)
🔹 Webinars, community service events, and island meet-ups
🔹 Representation at ABAI
🔹 Representation for key legislation topics impacting behavior analysis in Hawaiʻi
🔹 Our 20th Annual HABA Convention — our first-ever multitrack conference and our biggest yet! 🎉

We’ve grown more than ever before and are so grateful for this incredible community of support. Mahalo nui loa to every member, volunteer, presenter, and leader who made this possible.

🚀 Who’s ready to see how we level up in 2026?!

#2025 #2026

12/24/2025

🎄🌺 Mele Kalikimaka from the HABA 2025 Board of Directors!

Wishing you and your ʻohana peace, joy, and abundant blessings this holiday season. Mahalo for being part of our HABA community — we are grateful for each of you and the meaningful work you do every day.

With aloha,
HABA 2025 BOD 💙✨

12/19/2025

🍹✨ Pau Hana moments we love.

We caught up with during our famous post-conference HABA Pau Hana — soaking up candid conversations, laughter, and those in-between moments that make our community so special.

As we start to wrap up the year and our HABA conference video series, and as the hustle and bustle of the holiday season continues, we hope everyone is finding time to slow down, celebrate, and enjoy each other’s company — HABA style. 🌺

11/27/2025

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving, HABA ʻOhana! 🦃

This season, we are so grateful for every member of our HABA community — past, present, and future. Your dedication, passion, and aloha have built the foundation for the organization and opportunities we enjoy today.

A special mahalo nui loa to all the past and current Board Members — serving this community is a true act of love and commitment to the work of behavior analysis, changing lives across the state of Hawaiʻi. 🌺💙

Check out this reel featuring a conversation with past president Kyle Machos as we reflect on our journey and all we are thankful for!

10/14/2025

10/08/2025

🌴 Shape the Future of ABA in Hawaiʻi 🌴

There’s still time to make your voice heard!
Nominate yourself — or someone you know — to serve on the 2026 HABA Board of Directors.

Be part of an incredible team dedicated to connection, community, and advancing behavior analysis across our islands.

🗓️ Nominations close October 16 at 5:00 PM HST
🔗 Use the link in our bio or check your email to submit your nomination today!

Let’s continue to grow, serve, and dream big — together. 💙

10/04/2025

✨ A Saturday well spent learning more about ABA! ✨

Join us for Build-A-Behavior Analyst: Educator Preferences in Process Versus Content Skills in Collaboration with School-Based BCBAs

📅 Saturday, October 4, 2025
🕙 10:00–11:00 AM HST
💵 FREE
🎓 1 BACB LRN | 1 BACB SUP

Featuring Dr. Katy Wheeler, PhD, BCBA, LBA (TX), LSSP (TX) — an Assistant Professor and school-based behavior analyst with 12+ years of experience supporting educators and students through evidence-based, collaborative practices.

This workshop will dive into what educators value most when working with BCBAs in schools, sharing insights from nationwide studies.

📧 Check your email or 🔗 register now at the link in our bio!

10/01/2025

✨ Build-A-Behavior Analyst Workshop
Educator Preferences in Process Versus Content Skills in Collaboration with School-Based BCBAs

📅 Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00–11:00 AM HST
💵 Price: FREE
🎓 CEUs: 1 BACB Learning | 1 BACB Supervision

Featuring Dr. Katy Wheeler, PhD, BCBA, LBA (TX), LSSP (TX) — Assistant Professor and behavior analyst specializing in school-based consultation and collaborative practices. With over 12 years of experience, Dr. Wheeler has presented nationally on integrating ABA into MTSS frameworks and building educator capacity through practical, evidence-based supports.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how educator preferences shape collaboration with BCBAs in schools.

🔗 Register through the link in bio!

09/02/2025

📲 Convention Reminder! 🌺

The 20th Annual HABA Convention is almost here — Sept 4–5 at the ʻAlohilani Resort! 🎉

Be sure to download the BehaviorLive app ahead of time so you’re ready to access the schedule, speaker info, and live updates all in one place. 🙌

✨ Don’t miss a moment of our biggest convention yet!