Hawaiʻi island Family Court courtrooms in Hilo and Waimea were transformed into whimsical wonderlands for 22 Hawaiʻi island keiki as they joined their “Forever Families” during an event that also marked National Adoption Day.
HILO, Hawaii – More than 20 teenagers from 12-17 had the chance to enjoy Teen Day, which was sponsored by the East Hawaii Youth Leadership HI HOPES board. The acronym […]
HILO, Hawaii – National Adoption Day took on a local flavor as 16 Hawaii island keiki joined their “Forever Families” after their adoptions and guardianships were finalized by the Third […]
Home » Latest News, Newsroom » HAWAII STATE JUDICIARY NEWS RELEASE: Adoptions More Joyful Despite COVID-19
HAWAII STATE JUDICIARY NEWS RELEASE: Adoptions More Joyful Despite COVID-19
Posted on Dec 22, 2020 in Latest News, Newsroom
HILO, Hawaii In a year when staying within your bubble and social distancing were the norm, adoption celebrations became more joyful because they could be shared with family, friends, and classmates in multiple locations, thanks to Zoom.
The Third Circuit Hilo Family Court celebrated National Adoption Day in late November by having 29 children achieve permanency by being adopted or placed into guardianships.
Partner agencies created a cardboard cutout of Judge Darien Ching Nagata so she could be in the photos commemorating the adoption and guardianship celebrations.