HNGA’s five-year long-range plan focuses the direction of the association on issues of highest priority for our board and membership. All programming and budgeting decisions are made within the context of the long-range plan. It is not an attempt to describe what HNGA is or everything we do. The plan is an evolving document which is reviewed annually by the Long Range Planning Committee and Executive Council with input from the membership throughout the association. While elements of the plan do not dramatically change each year, this annual review assures an opportunity for HNGA to modify its direction when a changing environment indicates the need.

To support Article II, Purpose, as defined in the Bylaws of the Hawaii National Guard Association and expand its horizon, the following is stated:

1. To strengthen the National Defense.

2. To further the interest of the Hawaii National Guard.

3. To promote the sound organization and development thereof.

4. To promote and support adequate National Security.

5. To preserve and perpetuate the history and traditions of the Hawaii National Guard.

6. To further the educational opportunities of young people.

• The Department of Defense equipment modernization policy will bring displaced and new equipment to the HING.
• There will be a shortage of resources to support the increased reliance placed upon HING units.
• Drug demand reduction involvement will increase for the HING.
• The end strength and force structure of the HING will change.
• There will be a greater requirement for full-time support personnel in HING units.
• There will be a continuation of state control of the HING.
• There will be a greater need to inform and educate Congress, governors, state legislators, defense contractors, local community leaders, voters, families, employers, and Hawaii Guard members about national defense issues.
• There will be a greater need to inform and educate Active Components at all levels about the uniqueness of the National Guard.
• There will be a greater focus on family issues to strengthen support in the home for Hawaii Guard membership.
• The National Military Budget will continue to decline.
• HING will find ways and means to promote important programs and increase corporate memberships and sponsorships.
• HING will continue as an active organization during and after any mobilization.
• The HING will emphasize high standards of ethical and moral conduct.
• Changing Hawaii demographics will cause a decrease in available quality personnel resources for the HING.
• Active military installation closures in Hawaii will favorably impact opportunities for the HING.
• HING activities will continue to improve in equal employment opportunities and affirmative action.
• The "Citizen-Soldier" concept will take on greater importance as the nation decreases its reliance on a standing Army.
• The HING will be asked to assume a greater role in the community to add value to Hawaii.

Expand HNGA’s involvement in government relations.

1. Expand the awareness of the National Guard to local, state, and national government

leaders and the news media.

2. Continue to pursue the acquisition of the latest state-of-the-art equipment which parallels

the active component.

3. Continue to assess the political environment and its impact on the National Guard.

1. Improve HNGA membership and obtain 100 percent participation.

2. Improve membership incentives.

3. Improve the HNGA awards program.

4. Improve the public image of HING.

5. Improve the HNGA communication process to members.

6. Improve retirees’ participation in HNGA.

7. Improve Junior Grade Officers and Warrant Officers participation in HNGA.

8. Support family issues to include HNGA and Guard benefits.

9. Improve the ESGR program.

10. Improve on source revenue to HNGA.

• Obtain 100 per cent tuition free for HING members at public institutions.

1. Establish and annually review HNGA resources.

2. Continue to develop procedures to improve HNGA staffing and operations.

3. Continue to support the Adjutant General in areas of mutual interest and benefits.

4. Seek ideas and suggestions to improve HNGA.

• Preserve and perpetuate the history and traditions of the Hawaii National Guard.

• Continue to increase minority participation in all areas of HNGA until it reflects the Guard as a whole.