Have a Heart for Kids Day rally, 2015

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2016 Legislative Review

This past session, the Children’s Alliance fought for policy solutions rooted in our commitment to improve the lives of Washington’s children and advance racial equity, so every child has the opportunity they deserve.

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2018 Legislative Agenda

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We believe in the potential of every child. Poverty and racism erode kids’ opportunities. Our legislative agenda reflects smart public policies that remove barriers and create opportunity—so all kids can thrive.

Adam Mon, 10/09/2017 - 16:06
Champions for Children

Champions for Children are state lawmakers recognized by the Children’s Alliance for their outstanding service on behalf of children.

To be honored as a Champion for Children, a state lawmaker must provide significant leadership in protecting or advancing state policies or investments that improve the well-being of children in Washington.

Learn more about Children's Alliance's criteria for selecting Champions for Children (pdf).

Adam Fri, 07/28/2017 - 10:42
Tips for Advocacy during Special Session

We recently gathered our thoughts about what works to persuade lawmakers to act in kids

Adam Fri, 04/21/2017 - 13:33
Why We Support the Establishment of a Department of Children, Youth, and Families

The Washington State Legislature is on the verge of taking unprecedented action on beha

Adam Wed, 04/12/2017 - 16:59
Early Learning

Research Brief: Early Learning Improves Kindergarten Readiness for All and Dramatically Reduces Disparities for Kids of Color

We all have a stake in making sure that, from the day they’re born, kids can have the enriching experiences they need to get off to a great start in life. Research has found quality early learning can give children the tools they need to thrive academically and emotionally throughout their young lives and beyond.

Building the path to educational success

This post is our contribution to the Cradle Through College Coalition’s

Adam Wed, 03/22/2017 - 23:32
Early Learning
How to change state services so we let kids thrive

The creation of a Department for Children, Youth and Families is a 

Adam Tue, 02/14/2017 - 16:26
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Department of Children, Youth & Families: an Historic Opportunity to Improve Kids’ Lives

The creation of a consolidated Department of Children, Youth and Families is an historic opportunity to improve outcomes for all children, especially those who face barriers to their healthy development and learning.

We support the proposal for a Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF), with the following priorities:

Expand the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program: Every Child Deserves a Great Start

The Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) is quality preschool that’s good for kids, parents and schools.

Washington has some of the highest child-care (including preschool) costs in the nation. That means some kids, disproportionately kids in low-income families and children of color, miss out on early experiences in preschool that can help them have a great childhood and thrive in kindergarten. ECEAP expands equitable access to high-quality, culturally responsive preschool.

Our Four Priorities for a Department of Children, Youth and Families

The proposal to consolidate programs and services into a Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) in Washington State is a once in a generation opportunity to structure government for positive outcomes for children, youth, and families.

While there are many important aspects of this endeavor, the Children’s Alliance has identified four key areas for the focus of our advocacy. We recognize there are many issues involved and we will also play a supportive role on other issues that are deeply felt by our community.

These are our four priorities:

What we do for kids now

This year’s election will bring immense change to our nation and our state.

Adam Tue, 11/15/2016 - 18:13
State Representative J.T. Wilcox honored for work to expand access to high-quality early learning Adam Thu, 11/03/2016 - 17:35
TUMWATER—Representative J.T. Wilcox (R-Yelm) was honored for his commitment to the first five years of a child’s life on Thursday, Oct. 27 , with a Crayon Award from the Early Learning Action Alliance, presented at the monthly meeting of the Thurston Early Childhood Coalition.
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