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Early Childhood

Early Childhood

Programs for Keiki Ages 0-5 and Their Caregivers

Healthy relationships and nurturing environments help kamaliʻi thrive. Our Early Childhood programs empower caregivers of Native Hawaiian youth ages 0-5 with the skills, tools, and supports for a strong start in life. One of our key offerings is Mom Power, a 10-week, attachment-based parenting program designed to provide education to parents, connect them with resources, and support their relationship with their child. Participants learn new ways to engage with their keiki and connect with other mamas—all while learning and practicing self-care strategies along the way.

This program is eligible for women during pregnancy or with at least one child aged 0-5 years old and can attend most of the 10 sessions. Preference given to ʻohana with Native Hawaiian ancestry.

For more information, please fill out the interest form below or email us at earlychildhood@onipaa.org.

Liliʻuokalani Trust Early Childhood Interest Form

Programs

Snippet of the Ho'okahua Flyer for Makua and Keiki.

Hoʻokahua

Hoʻokahua means “to lay a foundation.” This free program is for mākua aged 18-26 with at least one Native Hawaiian kamaliʻi aged 0-5, or Native Hawaiian, 18-26 years old and hāpai (at 20 weeks gestation or more), to set a strong foundation for your ʻohana. The program goals are:

  • Group programs and support for strong parent-child interaction and attachment
  • Pathways to family economic stability via workforce development support
  • Temporary supportive housing
  • Case Management to access prenatal care, childcare and early learning programs