§350B-7 - Grants. - Hawaii Statutes

     [§350B-7]  Grants.  Grants provided for the strengthening of families, with the intent of preventing child abuse and neglect, may include, but are not limited to, the following:

     (1)  Programs for families to increase the family unit's capability to create a healthy environment in which each member may develop to the member's fullest potential;

     (2)  Programs for parents to increase their ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for their children;

     (3)  Programs for children to increase their ability to form healthy relationships, and to avoid and cope with dangerous situations;

     (4)  Training and education for professionals, including making information about the problems of child abuse and neglect available to agencies dealing with these problems;

     (5)  General community education to increase the community's awareness of the needs of families and children, and of the issues of child abuse and neglect and its prevention; and

     (6)  Research, evaluation, and advocacy activities related to the prevention of child abuse and neglect. [L 1993, c 336, pt of §2]