Since 2007, the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) has designated November as National Homeless Youth Awareness Month (NHYAM) to acknowledge the children and families experiencing homelessness. As of January 2020, Hawaii had an estimated 6,458 people experiencing homelessness on any given day, as reported by...
Since 2002, the National Runaway Safeline (NRS) has recognized November as National Runaway Prevention Month (NRPM). NRS created NRPM to raise awareness of the challenges of runaway and homeless youth and their families and educate the public about the role they can play in reducing...
Hale Kipa is pleased to announce that Jaime Green has joined its Board of Directors. Green has a law degree and experience in child advocacy both in nonprofit organizations and in her role as the wife of Lt. Governor Josh Green. “I am excited for this opportunity...
The Hale Kipa Girls and Boys Shelter youth were treated to a culinary class with staff member Mandy Salis last week. Both groups learned how to make an Italian feast including homemade pizza and chicken parmigiana. Fun and delicious! ...
I was recently asked by the Board to review the agency’s Strategic Plan which sounds relatively dry and very businesslike. But in reality, Hale Kipa’s Strategic Plan has always been a dynamic part of the organization. Let me explain. Hale Kipa does not do strategic planning in...
