Washington Initiative for Boys and Men
Advocating for improved outcomes for boys, men, and communities
If equity in Washington is about bridging opportunity gaps and reducing disparities, can equity efforts include concern for boys and men? The legislature established the Washington State Office of Equity (OOE) under the Office of … Read more
“I am all for protecting women, but we have to protect men too. For that reason I’m voting no on this bill.” — Rep. Michelle Caldier “Broadening the definition of ‘sexually protective device’ beyond a … Read more
At a debate held in Bremerton on July 16, 2024, three candidates running for a seat in the state legislature expressed support for the creation of a Washington state commission on boys and men. The … Read more
“There are hundreds if not thousands of cases like mine here in Washington that have deprived children of loving, protective fathers without due process in family courts.” — a Washington dad who hasn’t seen or … Read more
WIBM’s Blair Daly recently spoke with Kirsten Fuchs, who is a Certified Prevention Professional in Spokane. She is the Youth Cannabis and Commercial Tobacco Prevention Program Coordinator for the NorthEast Washington Educational Service District 101 … Read more
Washington lawmakers considered a bill during the 2024 legislative session that would require more men’s restrooms to be equipped with diaper changing tables. Sponsored by Representative Lisa Callan of Issaquah, House Bill 2052 received a … Read more
For the November 2024 election, Senator Mark Mullet (D-Issaquah) is not running for reelection to his Senate seat. On the second-to-last day of the 2024 legislative session, Mr. Mullet made a farewell speech to his … Read more