Ho'oikaika Annual Conference 2024

On June 14, 2023, Mālama ‘Ohana was signed into law by Governor Green signifying the State's commitment to uplift the voices of 'ohana and keiki affected by the Child Welfare System. Through the Hawaiʻi Office of Wellness and Resilience the Mālama ‘Ohana Working Group, listening sessions were held throughout the state to bring community partners together with those with lived experiences to improve and transform the child welfare system. Uplifting the voices of parents and youth with lived experience, building collaboration between community and state and deep listening are critical components for authentic transformation in our approach to support some of our most vulnerable families and children.  Venus will be sharing the process and the highlighted recommendations from those gatherings, next steps and how you can be involved.