Washington Initiative for Boys and Men
Advocating for improved outcomes for boys, men, and communities
Posts about issues that apply to Washington state as a whole or issues that are within Washington but outside the Seattle area:
The nonprofit organization Partnership for Male Youth is led by medical and educational professionals who make this important point: As girls become teenagers, there is typically a transition from a pediatrician being their connection to … Read more
The Washington State Department of Health produces life expectancy estimates for males and females. 2020 is the most recent year for which they’ve produced them. Males born in 2020 were expected to live on average … Read more
Summary: The latest statistics commonly reported about rates of domestic violence victimization in Washington state are based on survey responses that are over ten years old. The CDC says updated figures are coming soon. They … Read more
In this article we present statistics on workplace injuries in Washington. Then we share testimonies from five local men who work dangerous jobs: Whether for a paycheck or a calling Most dangerous occupations are overwhelmingly … Read more
The graph below presents the ratio of the male suicide rate to the female suicide rate each year for the last sixty years in Washington state. A key takeaway: Men and boys haven’t always died … Read more
Spokane’s KXLY Channel 4 (an ABC affiliate) produced a video series dedicated to raising awareness about boys’ mental health and helping parents of sons. The Saving Our Sons series aired last year. This year, with … Read more
Like us, the Canadian Centre for Men and Families carries out advocacy in the public arena for the well-being of boys and men. But CCMF also provides programs and services like men’s peer support groups, legal assistance, and counseling.
The editorial board of The Everett Herald recently highlighted the Commission on Boys and Men bill as one that’s worthy of fuller consideration during the next legislative session, which begins in January 2024. The bill … Read more