The 15th annual ‘Ohana is Forever conference was held virtually on July 16, 2021, with over 200 young people, adult professionals and community partners in attendance online.

Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 "CAA" contains the provisions for the Support Foster Youth and Families through the Pandemic Act and provides significant assistance to young people with experience in foster care during the pandemic.

On May 26, 2021 HI H.O.P.E.S hosted a pandemic support virtual town hall.

On April 29, the HI H.O.P.E.S. Initiative hosted a one of a kind virtual event, Voices of Hope. The event was a powerful and inspiring combination of FYA Talks and musical talent.

Enjoy special moments, speakers and key highlights from our one-hour virtual event held on September 30, 2020.

Join us in celebrating a decade of accomplishments, youth voice and amazing community partnerships!

We know you'll laugh along with our HI H.O.P.E.S. boards as we celebrate a competitive and fun HI H.O.P.E.S. annual tradition!

Our annual ‘Ohana is Forever Conference is going virtual!!!

‘Ohana is Forever - 2020 Vision: A Fresh Start was held safely online on July 17, 2020.

It is important for young people in foster care to have the same opportunities as other young people not in care.

“Our Next Steps”

Every year in Hawai‘i, about 90 young adults exit the foster care system at age 18.