Washington Initiative for Boys and Men
Advocating for improved outcomes for boys, men, and communities
A progressive radio station based in North Hollywood, California did a story about Washington’s commission on boys and men legislation. The 5-minute story by reporter West Seegmiller was part of the February 28, 2024 Rebel … Read more
A recent Washington state government report about suicide prevention lists several population groups that have an increased risk of suicide. Bizarrely, males are not included on the list. Below we’ve provided a marked-up screenshot of … Read more
We’ve all heard negative narratives that surround boys and video games. There are positive narratives too, like how gaming provides cognitive benefits, opportunities for socializing and stress relief, outlets for creativity and imagination, cultivation of … Read more
Blair Daly of Washington Initiative for Boys and Men was the featured speaker at the Rotary Club of Yakima’s meeting on February 15. Co-presenting with Blair was WIBM advocacy partner Jamie Holter, who spoke from … Read more
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