Washington Initiative for Boys and Men
Advocating for improved outcomes for boys, men, and communities
Posts that affirm the goodness in males and/or offer them empathy:
In the video below, Miles Murray of Seattle tells the story of what his dad did when he found out Miles’ mom was pregnant. “He has always been there, and I know he’s always loved … Read more
In the video below, Miles Murray of Seattle explains to WIBM why he chose to join the Army National Guard of Washington. His story illustrates the importance of military service as a route to successful … Read more
This is a guest-written post by Sean Thoreby. Sean describes himself as a regular guy living with depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Sean was raised in Bellevue and graduated from the University of Washington. He … Read more
The Washington State University community is known for being tight-knit and very supportive of their sports teams. After the 2018 death by suicide of Tyler Hilinski, who played quarterback at WSU, the Cougs have rallied … Read more
During our conversation with Sheri Olsen, director of Path of Life in Spokane, Sheri spoke about her gratitude for the value her husband provides to the family in his role as father to their two … Read more
The seven men of STORROR, a British parkour team, are celebrities in the freerunning world — and they deserve every bit of attention they get. Their videos are a mix of sport, adventure, travel, and … Read more
Update 5/20/2023: WIBM has rebranded to Washington Initiative for Boys and Men. Our social media handles have changed. Washington Initiative for Boys and Men is on Instagram: @waboysmen. Below are the first images we’ve posted … Read more