The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health is gearing up to present a crucial informational briefing about Kalaupapa, set for October 5, at Kaunakakai Elementary School on Molokaʻi. To disseminate knowledge about the area's complex history and multiplex jurisdiction, the DOH has called upon the partnership with the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, the Department of Land and Natural Resources, the Department of Transportation, and the National Park Service. Public attendance is not just expected but encouraged.
The briefing comes in response to the public's need for clarity about Kalaupapa. According to the Hawaiʻi State Department of Health, representatives from the collaborating agencies will cover their respective roles and responsibilities within Kalaupapa and Kalawao County. The information presented will address how each entity is contributing to the support of the patients and the stewardship of this historic locale.
For those unable to attend in person, the state health department ensures that interested parties won't be left out. The briefing will be recorded and subsequently posted on the DOH’s website, making the information accessible to all after the fact. The link to the video recording will be found on the same site currently providing details on the upcoming meeting, including the agenda. This move expands the event's reach, ensuring broader community engagement and transparency.
Those looking for more information before the event can visit the Hawaiʻi State Department of Health website, which hosts a dedicated page with all updates concerning Kalaupapa. A detailed flyer for the briefing can also be downloaded by interested individuals from the site.
