Giavante Douglas

Giavante Douglas, LMSW, SSW, is a Lecturer at Hawaii Pacific University's School of Social Work within the College of Liberal Arts. A two-time alumna of Hawaii Pacific University, she earned her Bachelor of Social Work in 2015 and a Master of Social Work via the Advanced Standing program in 2016.

• Education: BSW (2015) and MSW (2016) from Hawaii Pacific University

Her work focuses on trauma-informed care and holistic Indigenous healing practices, emphasizing equity and empowerment for BIPOC women. With experience in higher education, charter schools, correctional institutions, mental health clinics, and psychiatric hospitals, she advocates for culturally responsive practice frameworks. Her commitment to mentoring future social workers aligns with her goal of fostering community-centered support systems.