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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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Youth step into careers and community

Grays Harbor Youth Works  (GHYW) is a vital, hand-ons resource for youth in the Grays Harbor area. Working within 13 school districts, youth are able to learn more about careers that interest...

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What does it mean to thrive?

The Best Starts for Kids initiative is designed to ensure that all young people in King County are happy, healthy, safe, and thriving. In the Out-of-School Time strategy, SOWA partners with...

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“This program is the heartbeat”—What New Futures means for the Yishak fa...

New Futures (of Southwest Youth and Family Services) has been part of the Best Starts for Kids Out-of-School Time initiative since 2018, in collaboration with Arts Corps and Geeking...

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What Bellevue Boys and Girls Club means to one family—a parent testimonial

Boys and Girls Clubs of Bellevue (BGCB) has been part of the Best Starts for Kids Out-of-School Time initiative since 2018, in collaboration with the Bellevue School...

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Communities of Care—How Best Starts ensures King County youth are happy,...

The Best Starts for Kids initiative is designed to ensure that all young people in King County are happy, healthy, safe and thriving. In the Out-of-School Time strategy, SOWA partners with...

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Creativity, imagination and diversity in North Seattle

Wedgwood Drama Studio blossomed out of a need for a creative, uplifting space for dramatic learning and expression in North Seattle. Founder and Director, Christi Cruz, calls it home. A seasoned...

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