Washington Initiative for Boys and Men
Advocating for improved outcomes for boys, men, and communities
Representatives Julia Reed, Davina Duerr, and Timm Ormsby co-sponsored both the Women’s Commission bill (which passed) and the Commission on Boys and Men bill (which has not yet passed).
A devoted father of four, Toby Johnson delivers exceptional service at his South King County barber shop—and far beyond. He brings his skills to Boys and Girls Clubs, high schools, prisons, and retirement homes, and he shares his craft by teaching the next generation of barbers.
Denny Heck has been in Washington politics for a long time. He’s a former member of the state legislature, a former member of Congress, and the current lieutenant governor. From WIBM’s standpoint, Mr. Heck is important also because he co-founded TVW, Washington’s public affairs network (like C-SPAN).
Imagine a future in which all people regardless of biological sex or gender have the means to manage their own fertility—to choose whether and when to co-create a child, and with whom. Right now men have very few and very antiquated options.
Despite Talk of 2024 ‘Bro Vote’, Young Men’s Voting Participation Dropped Even Further Behind by Blair Daly of WIBM Plus: Cassie Jaye, creator of men’s issues documentary, makes rare public appearance, and we’re asking Pacific … Read more
Healthcare Committee Chair: ‘We Want Young Men Productive, Happy’ by Blair Daly of WIBM ‘It’s about giving people opportunity,’ said Rep. Dan Bronoske during a recent town hall. Plus: Dapper men on motorcycles riding for … Read more
Male Legislators Speak Up: ‘I Changed a Lot of Diapers’ by Blair Daly of WIBM Plus: a public university in Denver offers the nation’s only Minor in Men’s Health thanks to Professor Steve Rissman, who … Read more
Public College in Kirkland Tries ‘Stereotype Breaking’ Marketing Tactic by Blair Daly of WIBM Plus Washington Fatherhood Council hosts presentation on men’s experiences as victims of partner abuse Read on Substack