Youth Mental Health Engagement

The Hawaii State Department of Health's Family Health Services Division, through the Children with Special Health Needs Branch, is implementing the Project LAUNCH grant to promote the health and development of children and youth, particularly those with special health care needs. The initiative emphasizes creating a family-centered, accessible healthcare system that supports positive physical, emotional, social, and behavioral health outcomes. A key focus is on enhancing mental health services and supports for children and families, recognizing that many are unaware of available resources or face barriers to access. To address this, the project involves gathering direct input from youth via surveys and focus groups to better understand their experiences with state programs, with the goal of informing a youth summit aimed at improving mental health support. The contract titled "Youth Mental Health Engagement" is a solicitation posted by the Hawaii Department of Health, with a response deadline of April 14, 2025. It is designed as a competitive procurement with a budget ranging from $500,000 to $1,500,000. The project aims to engage youth in Hawaii to better understand their mental health needs and improve service delivery. Interested parties can contact Ian Tholen via email or phone for further details. The initiative underscores the department’s commitment to fostering positive mental health outcomes among youth through collaborative, data-informed efforts.