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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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Community conversation with Cornelius Cambronero of Totem Star

Tran Tonnu, SOWA Marketing Manager, sat down with Cornelius Cambronero (also known by his artist name Kid Cobb or Cobb) as the Program Assistant Coordinator at Totem Star. The organization is...

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ADEFUA Cultural Education Workshop’s is uniting communities of Rainier V...

Southeast Seattle, especially the Rainier Valley area, is one of the most ethnically diverse neighborhoods in the country. With a population of 84,000, Rainier Valley comprises 40 different ethnic...

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Get to know our Pierce County Program Quality Manager, Sergio Beltran.

Throughout his career, Sergio always aims to be an empathic leader who builds relationships, community and centers his work in social justice and equity. Our organization is thrilled to have him on...

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Outdoor & Recreation,
Social-emotional Learning
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What does it mean to be of a place?

Washington is renowned for its natural beauty, from the stoic Cascades and the stillness of the Hoh Rain Forest to the roaring Columbia River. CultureSeed nurtures a sense of belonging for youth in...

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Best Starts for Kids
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“I did not expect to cry.” – King County youth workers feel the love at ...

The Best Starts for Kids Out-of-School Time initiative continues to adapt to meet the needs of our region’s young people and has once again been extended. Current grant recipients will receive...

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Youth Development Professionals
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Community of dream makers

An end of the year message from our CEO, Elizabeth Whitford. As we come to the end of another unprecedented year, I am proud of how School’s Out Washington has been able to support and strengthen...

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