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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_KiGVUPKQI Guests talk story on domestic violence: triggers, prevention, and cultural centered programs and services for survivors.  Guests: Ella Mojica, Vice President of Community Services at DVAC (Domestic Violence Action Center), Angelina Mercado, Executive Director at Hawai‘i State Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Dolly Tatofi, Director of...

Aloha Kākou, Hale Kipa is privileged to help usher Hawaiʻi’s ‘ōpio toward a holu (resilient) future.  We are continually in awe of those we serve, many of whom overcome adversity, trauma, and seemingly insurmountable odds to build successful, fulfilling lives.  The courage of these youth and...

As part of “Alcon in Action,” a company-wide day of community volunteering, local associates Gerrick White and Heather Flanders, dedicated their day prepping and applying a fresh coat of paint to a residential room in Hale Kipa’s Emergency Shelter.  This shelter offers emergency services for...

Hale Kipa’s Hawaiʻi Island team participated in “Mālama Da Mind,” an event that highlighted children’s mental health resources in the community.  In addition to hosting community provider booths, the event, held at the Prince Kuhio Plaza in Hilo, featured youth performances, family entertainment, and interactive...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N0tru1uZcUI An introduction and future of the Mālama ‘Ohana Initiative that seeks to redesign and recommend transformative changes to Hawai‘i’s existing child welfare system.  Guests: Delia Ulima, HI H.O.P.E.S. Initiative Manager at EPIC ‘Ohana, Inc., Kailene Nihipali-Sanchez, Nā Kama a Hāloa Manager at EPIC ‘Ohana, Inc.,...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TnUJM2KSsKU Guests discuss youth homelessness and associated topics such as: mental health issues, developmental needs, substance abuse, the importance of community connection, availability of resources and services, etc.  Guests: Alika Campbell, Youth Outreach (YO!) Program Manager for Hale Kipa, Carla Houser, Executive Director at RYSE (Residential...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tEz83wfTFg Guests outline trauma-informed care (TIC) related resources to help identify and address mental health issues experienced by youth and youth adults. Guests: Keli Acquaro, Acting Administrator at DOH – CAMHD (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division), Dr. Scott Shimabukuro, Chair for TIC Task Force, Tia...