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As we paused last week to reflect on the 2nd anniversary of the Maui wildfires, we are reminded of the incredible strength and resilience within our community. While the past two years have presented unimaginable challenges, the spirit of collaboration and hope has helped us move forward together. In this spirit, we are excited to announce the Hoʻoikaika Annual Conference on September 25 with the theme: "We Are All In This Together / E Alu Like Kākou: Stories of Strength and Resilience." This gathering will be a powerful opportunity to share and celebrate the stories that have shaped our recovery journey. Together, we are like the wind-resistant ʻaʻaliʻi plant—strong, adaptable, and united in the face of adversity. Registration information will be coming soon and we hope you will join us as we continue to build resilience and community, honoring both our struggles and triumphs.
With gratitude, Deb Marois, Hoʻoikaika Partnership Coordinator |
Hoʻoikaika Partnership News |
Mahalo to our partners at UH Maui College for hosting HP's July monthly meeting! Click here for the meeting materials folder. Partners gathered for a day of creativity and fun, focused on developing ideas for Hoʻoikaika Partnership's public education campaign and a "spin-off" of the highly popular "Kalo Boy" characters. View the meeting notes and stay tuned for next steps. |
Hoʻoikaika Partnership August 13 Meeting
Session Goals Share partner news & talk story to strengthen our connections and deepen our collective purpose. Learn about plans for the annual conference and how to have your voice included. Provide input into plans for FY 26-28.
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ʻOhana Fuels "Fuel Up. Do Good." to Benefit Hoʻoikaika Partnership |
As part of the fundraising, Hoʻoikaika Partnership also will host a car wash at the Kahului ʻOhana Fuels location at 85 South Wakea Ave on Saturday, August 23 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
How You Can Help
Every gallon and every sponge makes a difference! Please support this fundraiser by: Please reach out to Deb Marois with any questions and/or suggestions. See you in the suds! |
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Congratulations to Kelli Maltezo for her recent appointment as the Maui Section Administrator for the Department of Human Services!
Kākou for Keiki is hosting "Intro to ASQ" Training” this Tuesday, August 12 from 9am - 12pm (with a follow-up Community of Practice session on Sept 2). This Ages and Stages Questionnaires training is open to direct-service providers, program managers, and others who would like to gain a deeper understanding of the WHY and HOW behind the developmental screenings for our youngest keiki. Register HERE. If scheduling doesn't work for you this time, but you are interested in the next opportunity, contact Jen Cox, ECDHS Project Manager jen@flannelbeast.com Call or Text: 808-446-2450
Maui Family Support Services (MFSS) has launched the MFSS Recovery Support Fund to support families who were directly impacted by the August 2023 wildfires in Lāhainā and Kula. This round is open exclusively to Disaster Case Managers and community-based service providers who are actively working with eligible families. The deadline to submit applications is August 22, 2025. Click here for eligibility criteria and instructions. Need Help? keikimatters@mfss.org (808) 793-2816
The Hawaiʻi ʻOhana Support Network announced that Dr. Kat O'Dell will host a virtual FRC Information Meeting on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM HST. Dr. O'Dell will talk about existing Hawai'i school-based and community-based FRCs, discuss the framework and resources for starting and maintaining an FRC, and answer questions.
UH Maui College's Human Services program surveys local employers every five years to gather input on workforce training needs. If you're involved in hiring or supervising staff at your agency/organization, please share your feedback to help UHMC better support you! Sharing the survey link (https://forms.gle/7N4eKHVLuhiseqr69) with your manager, director, or human resources staff is also very much appreciated (only one response is needed per agency). Deadline: September 5th
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Thompson School of Social Work & Public Health is hosting a free, semester-long online series centered on Native Hawaiian cultural perspectives in health and wellbeing, particularly ways of understanding and preventing intergenerational trauma. The 15 Zoom sessions of “Native Hawaiian Perspectives–A Cultural Context for Wellbeing: Hoʻomau & Preventing Generational Trauma” will run from Aug. 26 through Dec. 9, 2025 on Tuesdays from 5:30 to 8 p.m. HST and is open to students and community members. It will be led by Aunty Lynette Kahekili Kaopuiki Palignawan, a revered cultural practitioner, social work pioneer, Living Treasure of Hawaiʻi and Thompson School alumna. She will be joined by haku kākoʻo, Kate Kahoano. No background in Hawaiian studies or social work is required. Learn More
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Family Resource Centers not only strengthen families—they reduce public system costs. A newly published, peer-reviewed study in the Family Justice Journal demonstrates that a rural Family Resource Center delivers a 292% return on investment to their local child welfare system. Read the Journal A Longitudinal Analysis of a Rural Family Resource Center and the Cost Benefits to the County-Based Welfare System (Summer 2025 page 12). The National Family Support Network commissioned this peer-reviewed study and it was conducted by Omni Institute and Casey Family Programs.
New Podcast: Why Sleep Matters in Early Childhood Development. Dr. Spencer offers a deeper understanding of how promoting good sleep supports children’s learning, health, and resilience. From the importance of naps to nighttime routines, this conversation has helpful insights for caregivers, educators, and policymakers.
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Healing the Healers August 21st |
Virtual Parent Support Groups |
Hawaiʻi Afterschool Alliance Virtual Open House August 20th |
Supporting Micronesian Families Aug 20 and Sept 17 |
Stand for Children Celebration Sept 13 |
Hawaiʻi Children & Youth Summit Oct 7 |
is a coalition of organizations, individuals, county and state agencies committed to preventing child abuse and neglect in Maui County. Our symbol is the hukilau (net), which reminds us that our strength is in working together to ensure that our safety net has no puka’s (holes).Partner with Us Please contact Hoʻoikaika Partnership to share items for this newsletter. |
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