Events
The Keiki Mental Health Matters campaign is a collaboration of the Hawaii Department of Health’s Child & Adolescent Mental Health Division (CAMHD), other child-serving state agencies like the Hawaii Department of Education, and community-based organizations across the state that we call our Community Champions.
The campaign goal is to raise awareness of the importance of children’s mental health and mental health services. Each year, we recognize the month of May as Children’s Mental Health Month with events all over the islands.
Our Community Champions
The Child & Adolescent Mental Health Division (CAMHD) will be hosting their annual statewide sign waving event in honor of Children’s Mental Health Acceptance Day on Thursday, May 7th, 2026.
You are invited to join in sign waving, building community support, and promoting acceptance for keiki mental health across the state.
Each location will have a limited number of signs to share. Participants are encouraged to bring water, sun protection, and their own signs if possible.
Children’s Mental Health Acceptance Day Sign Waving Locations | Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Hawaiʻi Island
Hilo | 11am-12pm
88 Kanoelehua Ave.
Kailua-Kona | 11am-12pm
75-5722 Kuakini Hwy.
Kauaʻi
Līhuʻe | 10am-11am
Līhuʻe Old County Building Front Lawn
Maui
Wailuku | 8am-9am
Corner of Maui Lani Pkwy. and Kaʻahumanu Ave.
Oʻahu
Honolulu | 2:30pm-5pm
Hawaiʻi State Capitol
Kailua | 10am-11am
Kalanianaʻole Hwy. Near ʻUlukahiki St.
Kapolei | 10am-12pm
601 Kamokila Blvd.
Please contact Casey Park at Casey.Park@doh.hawaii.gov with any questions.
The 22nd Annual Mālama Da Mind event is an annual community event to raise acceptance and recognition of children’s mental health.
The event will feature community provider booths, youth performances and interactive activities.
For any questions, please contact:
Beth Lawson 808-313-3330
Karla Yamanoha 808-313-3381
Sponsored by: Community Children’s Council
Join Mental Health America of Hawaiʻi for the 2026 Mental Health Awareness and Awards Celebration on May 20, 2026.
This event celebrates our community leaders, advocates and employers who have dedicated themselves to promoting mental wellness and improving the care of people with mental health challenges through positive and innovative programs and leadership. It is important to recognize and celebrate the commitment and effort of Hawaii’s mental health champions.
In addition to these, MHAH, along with its partner PBS Hawai‘i, will also recognize three youth from across the state with a Student Voice Award. These students, who’ve participated in the PBSH HIKI NŌ program, will be recognized for their courage to raise their voice.
Mental Health America of Hawai‘i is the oldest mental health organization in the state and Hawai‘i’s leading voice for mental health advocacy, working to increase access to care and reduce discrimination against people living with mental illness.
Entertainment will be provided by Samuel Hashimoto & Will Tafolo.
Lunch will be provided.
Registration closes on May 12, 2026 at 11:00PM. Register here.
Self-parking at Ala Moana Hotel is $10.00 with validation, entrance is on Mahukona Street. Valet is $35.00 with validation.