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Bridge Conference 2024 Highlights—Moments to Movements

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We were proud to witness our theme of "Moments to Movements" in action as both a foundation for the conference and an invitation to imagine more expansive movements rooted in the moments that change us bit by bit every day—and how we can utilize these invaluable moments with youth to foster long-lasting positive change.

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Centering Culture,
COVID-19
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African Young Dreamers Empowerment Program Intl.—amplifying youth voice ...

The African Young Dreamers Empowerment Program Intl. (AYDEPI) was established in 2019 in response to missing resources for young immigrants in South King County....

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Best Starts for Kids,
Literacy
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How literacy is changing lives and building community in Kent

Coalition for Refugees from Burma (CRB), based in Kent, knows that literacy is a vehicle that changes lives. Their programs provide support for immigrant and refugee communities across the age...

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COVID-19,
STEM
Community Spotlights, Stories

Wenas Mammoth Foundation—bringing earth science to life in Central Washi...

What if we told you that Mammoths roamed Washington 16,000 years ago? What if we told you that you and your family could see it for yourself? The Wenas Mammoth Foundation (WMF) prides themselves on...

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Youth Development Professionals
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Building Quality in Washington State

The origins of quality improvement Since 2008, School’s Out Washington has been leading the effort to build and sustain a quality improvement system for expanded learning programs. The impetus...

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Youth Development Professionals
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Professional development made easy—an interview with Janell Jordan

A new year often means change and that holds true for SOWA’s training opportunities. Janell Jordan, King County Program Manager, shares their excitement for the new King County Training...

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Bridge Conference,
Youth Development Professionals
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Reflections on Bridge

We did it! 394 individuals virtually gathered over four days to grow, strategize, nourish, and ultimately work to create sustainable impact for our...

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