Washington Initiative for Boys and Men
Advocating for improved outcomes for boys, men, and communities
Posts about issues in and around the Seattle area:
Many of us think of domestic violence as a problem of men mistreating women. However, roughly half of all relationships where intimate partner violence occurs involve violent women. Ann Silvers is a counselor and relationship … Read more
Washington Initiative for Boys and Men loves highlighting stories about men’s positive contributions to their families and their communities. Such stories are included under the category “Empathy for Boys and Men“, one of the three … Read more
For many men, their strongest experiences of brotherly love — and of belonging — occur during their younger years. It’s often when, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with male peers, they strive as one unit toward a common … Read more
The Brilliant Bob series contains seven beautifully written and illustrated children’s books that were created specifically to support and encourage young boys.
Rafe Kelley is an evangelist for body movement. Formerly based in Seattle and now in Bellingham, Rafe has provided parkour training and outdoor movement classes around the country for boys and girls, men and women, … Read more
Washington state has lost over 150 of its men and women in military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq since 2001. Ninety-seven percent (97%) of the fallen service members were male. Washington Initiative for Boys and … Read more
Without social-emotional support, boys are more likely to turn to self-destruction and violence. This reality drove Vashon Island natives Nicky Wilks and Alex Craighead to found Journeymen Institute, which aims to bring out the best … Read more