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Governor Inslee’s budget proposal: Addressing a $10-12 billion shortfall
Governor Jay Inslee has released his final budget proposal, just weeks before the legislature convenes for the 2025 session and incoming Governor Bob Ferguson takes office. The proposal aims to address an estimated $10-12 billion budget shortfall over the next four years. To balance the budget without harming low-income and
Kim Justice Named P4C Public Policy Director
Partners for Our Children is thrilled to welcome Kim Justice (she/her) as director of public policy for P4C. In this role, Justice will lead efforts to influence public policy related to child welfare, behavioral health and related social issues in Washington State. She will also serve as a consultant to
P4C Staff Honored at Mockingbird Society Event
On October 10, the Mockingbird Society honored three community leaders at their annual fall fundraiser, stating that “Cultivating a community of hope has been a core value this year. Reinforcing that our work can only succeed in partnership with the communities closest to the issues, along with a multitude of
P4C featured in article about WA State Extended Foster Care Bill
Dr. Emiko Tajima was interviewed for a Washington State Standard Article titled “Extended foster care for young adults up to 21 set to expand in WA.” The article discusses a bill to make requirements less strict for the program, which helps foster youth transition to adulthood.
P4C Extended Foster Care Report Featured in The Imprint
P4C’s Extended Foster Care report was recently featured in an article in the Imprint titled “Washington Lawmakers Want Young Adults in Foster Care To Receive More Help with Fewer Strings Attached.” The article also interviews Tulalip tribal member and former foster youth Andres Thornock.
UW News Article Features P4C Extended Foster Care Report
An article in University of Washington News features P4C’s recent report on Washington State’s Extended Foster Care program. The article explores both the report and its associated study, led by faculty in the UW School of Social Work.