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Overview This year’s budget is a challenging one – lawmakers are looking to close a $14 billion deficit over the next four years. They are constitutionally required to develop a budget that balances for at least four years. The two year budget is also known as the biennial budget, and the two years after that […]

Across the country, Americans are showing up in record numbers to meet with local leaders and make their voices heard on the issues that matter most. Now, you can do the same for our students. Town halls provide us with an opportunity to talk directly to our elected officials, express concerns, ask questions, and invest […]

Click above to see Stand for Washington’s annual report for fiscal year 2024. This is a great opportunity to annually reflect on the impact made on youth and families in Washington.

Our endorsement list consists of candidates running for office in Washington who will focus on what’s right for young people rather than what’s politically popular, with the goal of making lasting change for children and families statewide.

A Personal Exploration of Dual Credit and Education Equity Stand’s summer volunteer intern Aseela Galeeb has made her mark on the team. Aseela has written content explaining and demystifying the school district policymaking process, interviewing students and professionals about their experiences in dual credit, and auditing school district websites to see if they have accessible […]

For three weeks the Debt Free Youth Justice Coalition hosted youth media trainings in collaboration with the Juvenile Law Center. The series featured weekly sessions for youth to develop new media skills and the confidence to tell their stories. Over 80 youth registered for the series and those who attended asked various questions, such as, […]