Washington Initiative for Boys and Men
Advocating for improved outcomes for boys, men, and communities
Washington State’s legislative session began on January 8, 2024. WIBM was at the capitol speaking with lawmakers that day. Since then we’ve been to Olympia three more times to continue our outreach to legislators. Every … Read more
False narratives surrounding domestic violence and relationship abuse make advocating for males that much more difficult. Exactly one month after Senator John Lovick (D-Mill Creek) filed Senate Bill 5830, the commission on boys and men … Read more
A total of 14 legislators have signed on as sponsors of the bill (SB 5830 / HB 1270) to create a Washington State Commission on Boys and Men. Seven are Democrats and seven are Republicans. … Read more
This is a true story conveyed to us by a friend of WIBM who prefers that his identity be kept private. The events occurred in Washington state. I was 37 years old before I accepted … Read more
The Washington State Fathers Network supports dads of children with special health care needs by connecting dads with one another and elevating their voices. The Network’s director, Matthew Rickmon, offers free workshops to help parents … Read more