Haw. Rev. Stat. § 577E-1
Current through Act 41 of the 2022 Legislative Session
Section 577E-1 – Findings and purpose
The legislature finds that, across the United States, there is a renewed understanding of the unique importance of fathers in the lives of their children, families, and communities. It is widely recognized that children are more likely to thrive with support, guidance, and nurturing from both parents. The absence of one parent from a child’s life can place that child at a greater risk of health, emotional, educational, and behavioral problems associated with the child’s development. However, many young men today are themselves fatherless, lack appropriate role models, and are in need of information and education regarding the appropriate roles and responsibilities of fathers.
The legislature further finds that the role of fathers in the raising of children and in the health and well-being of families is often unintentionally overlooked in government contracts, programs, and services dealing with children’s health, welfare, and education.
It is the purpose of this chapter to provide for a statewide program to promote healthy family relationships between parents and children.
HRS § 577E-1
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 577E-4
Section 577E-4 – Duties
The commission shall serve in an advisory capacity to state agencies to promote healthy family relationships between parents and children. In addition, the commission may make recommendations on programs, services, and contracts relating to children and families, and may:
HRS § 577E-4
What is the Commission on Fatherhood?
The Commission on Fatherhood (COF) was created by the Hawaiian legislature to carry out the purpose of the Fatherhood Initiative which is “to promote healthy family relationships between parents and children,” by correcting the fatherless epidemic.
What can the Commission on Fatherhood do?
“. . . the commission may make recommendations on programs, services, and contracts relating to children and families.
What is the Commission on Fatherhood’s duties?
What is the purpose of the Commission on Fatherhood?
To reengage fathers in the lives of their children and to identify government policies and practices both within and without state government that impede or prevent father involvement.
To promote, foster, encourage, and otherwise support programs that increase father involvement, decrease poverty, educate fathers, and raise public awareness of the consequences that the abscence of the father may cause in a child’s life.
What is the mission of the Hawaii State Commission on Fatherhood?
The mission of the Hawaii State Commission on Fatherhood (COF) is to promote healthy family relationships by emphasizing the important role fathers play in the lives of their children.
Which government agency is the Commission on Fatherhood located?
Department of Human Services is where you can find more information on this commission.
What capacity does the Commission on Fatherhood serve?
The Commission serves in an advisory capacity to state agencies and makes recommendations on programs, services, contracts, policies, and laws relating to children and families.
What is the phone number for the Commission on Fatherhood?
Call the Public Assistance Information Line and they can direct you: 855-643-1643
Where do I find the meeting minutes and agenda for the Commission on Fatherhood?
You can find the meeting minutes and agendas for this Commission here: State of Hawaii Department of Human Services Commission on Fatherhood. Scroll to the bottom of the page to find the minutes and agendas.
When are the Commission meetings?
COF monthly public meetings are held on the 3rd Friday of each month at 1pm.
How do I attend one of the Commission meetings?
If you are attending by Zoom, please register with ehawaii.gov and check the calendar for more information and meeting updates.
Where does the funding for the Commission on Fatherhood come from?
The Commission on Fatherhood receives both State and private funds.