Washington Initiative for Boys and Men
Advocating for improved outcomes for boys, men, and communities
Here we are republishing an important article written in 2016 for PsychologyToday.com by Mark Sherman, a friend of Washington Initiative for Boys and Men. Our boys don’t get the attention our girls do, with tragic … Read more
What does girls basketball have to do with appreciating young men? Pilar Corder of Snohomish County shares a positive experience she had with boys while playing for her high school basketball team. Above is a … 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
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