Ending Disproportionality by Returning to Culture, Community, and Family with Kailene Nihipali Sanchez
In this episode, we hear from Kailene Nihipali Sanchez, Network Manager at EPIC ʻOhana, Inc in Hawaii. As a teenager, Kailene grew up in a community with high rates of health issues, homelessness, and substance abuse. She describes a pivotal moment when she returned to her culture and identity to overcome early adversity. As the Network Manager, she now advocates alongside other native Hawaiian families for a reimagined child welfare grounded in Native Hawaiian culture, values, and deep positive relationships that heal and strengthen individuals, families, and communities.