2012 Legislative Accomplishments

Extended Foster Care (HB 2592) 14 May 2012
Foster youth in Washington state who wish to pursue their...

Homeless Housing Assistance (HB 2048) 14 May 2012
By increasing the document recording fee, the Home Security Fund...

Street Youth Programs 14 May 2012
These programs provide important on-the-ground outreach services for street dependent...

Responsible Living Skills Program (RLSP) 14 May 2012
RLSP provides shelter and support services for adolescent youth at...

Office of the Family & Children’s Ombudsman (OFCO) 14 May 2012
The “watchdog” of the child welfare system, OFCO provides critical...

News & Events

“Don’t Defang the Watchdog” Seattle Times Op-Ed by Jim Theofelis. 12 March 2012
The Seattle Times features an Op-Ed by The Mockingbird Society’s...

The 2012 Foster Youth & Alumni Leadership Summit – Frequently Asked Questions 5 March 2012
1. What is the Foster Youth and Alumni Leadership Summit? The Leadership...

“The 2012 Foster Youth & Alumni Leadership Summit” from June 25th to 27th 5 March 2012
Dear Applicant, You are invited to apply for the Seventh Annual...

“Culture of Foster Care Training” on April 17 2 March 2012
Engage. Connect. Advocate. The Mockingbird Society invites you to a...

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May 2012 Mockingbird Times 1 May 2012
The History of Foster Care by Samuel Martin Fostering Connections Act:...

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HB 2106 is a major child welfare reform initiative affecting youth in foster care.