Queen Lili‘uokalani Children's Center Framework

Preface

The Queen’s Deed of Trust, as amended, lays the foundation for our work to care for and support orphan and destitute children, with preference for Hawaiian children in Hawaii. We will fulfill this mission by working with our partners and the `Ohana to support the development of healthy and resilient children.

Our approach to honoring the legacy of the Queen is based on the philosophy of community building which is consonant with Hawaiian cultural and spiritual values. The following principles of community building guide all of our work:

• We believe in building and sustaining trusting relationships
• We believe in the capacity of people
• We seek to build upon the strengths and assets in people
• We believe in self determination
• We believe in partnerships and collaboration as a way to maximize resources
• We value the process as much as the outcome

In order to maximize our impact we have decided to focus our efforts on strengthening families so that they are better able to support the development of healthy, resilient children.

Agency Outcomes:

• Healthy children whose needs are met by a consistent, nurturing caregiver so that the children can reach their full potential
• Strong positive family attachment built on a cultural and spiritual foundation
• Stable home environment
• Caring communities that are concerned about the welfare of their children

Agency Strategy:

• Assets based
• Cultural context focused on relationship building
• Partnership and collaboration

Three Modes of Service:

• Individual and Family Strengthening
• Group Services
• Community Organizing