Washington Initiative for Boys and Men
Advocating for improved outcomes for boys, men, and communities
Posts about disparities affecting boys and men:
State Legislature Can Show Care for Men & Boys by Expanding Health Disparities Law by Blair Daly of WIBM Sex-based exclusion in legislation adopted in 2006 could be fixed in 2026 — if enough people … Read more
What She Saw Working With Boys in the Juvenile Justice System for 15 Years [Video Interview] by Blair Daly of WIBM Jerrie Newport is a former juvenile probation officer Read on Substack
All three agree there are real issues needing attention The three lawmakers who represent State Legislative District 3 (central Spokane) conducted a telephone town hall event during the evening of February 18. Two of them … Read more
“I grew up on a dairy farm watching my dad. It’s a well-deserved pride associated with farming. They’re out there 16 hours a day, 7 days a week.” We made a video showing four minutes of highlights … Read more
Taylor had a very difficult childhood. Today he is 37 years old, about to complete a bachelor’s degree in behavioral science from Seattle Central College, and he’s employed full-time as a community engagement recovery support … Read more
The Washington Fatherhood Council has released their ground-breaking State of Fatherhood in Washington Study Report. It acknowledges that fathers experience stigmas and inequities and that government policies and approaches to fatherhood inclusion remain inconsistent. In … Read more