Focus Hawaii Dr. Bruce Hafen Dean of Provo Campus

Authors

• Lance Chase
• Bruce C. Hafen

Files

Description

Hosted by Lance Chase, this episode of Focus Hawaii features Dr. Bruce C. Hafen, Dean of the Brigham Young University Law School, in a thoughtful discussion of children’s rights, family relationships, and the role of law in society. Drawing on his expertise in children’s law and family studies, Hafen examines the emerging debate over a so‑called “children’s liberation” movement, distinguishing between rights that protect and nurture children—such as education, safety, and parental care—and those that might prematurely extend adult freedoms without adequate preparation. He explores the balance between parental authority and legal intervention, emphasizing that stable family relationships, discipline, and moral responsibility are essential to the development of children and the health of society. Addressing issues such as age‑based legal limits, child protection, education, and the risks of excessive reliance on litigation, Hafen argues for a common‑sense approach that upholds both the rights and responsibilities necessary to prepare young people for mature citizenship. Note: The video is shaky.

Length of Video

00:28:50

File Size

275.6MB

Archives Call Number

22.FH

Air Date

2-20-1986

Keywords

Lance Chase, Focus Hawaii, Bruce C Hafen, children’s rights law, family law, BYU Law School, child development and society, legal age restrictions, discipline and parenting, education rights, child protection laws, social policy, law and society, family relationships, legal philosophy children, rights versus responsibility.

Disciplines

Law | Social and Behavioral Sciences

Recommended Citation

Chase, Lance and Hafen, Bruce C., "Focus Hawaii Dr. Bruce Hafen Dean of Provo Campus" (1986). Focus Hawaii. 23.
https://digitalcollections.byuh.edu/focushawaii/23