Since 2007, “1624” meetings have brought together caregivers and DCYF staff to discuss issues of concern to foster parents. The name “1624” reflects the legislative bill number that created the committee. These meetings include foster parent representatives elected for a two-year term by other caregivers in their region, elected representatives from the Foster Parent Association of Washington State (FPAWS), and DCYF staff appointed by agency leadership. Regional members also help set dates for consultation meetings to discuss local issues.
Meetings
Region 1
For meeting information, contact David Needham.
2021
December 21, 2021
October 19, 2021
August 17, 2021
June 15, 2021
Region 2
For meeting information, contact Denise Hannon.
2021
November 9, 2021
August 10, 2021
Region 3
For meeting information, contact Hannah van Veen.
2021
December 3, 2021
September 13, 2021
Region 4
For meeting information, contact Joyce Thomas.
2021
Quarterly - TBD
Region 5
For meeting information, contact Lynn Robinson.
2021
November 9, 2021
September 14, 2021
July 13, 2021
Region 6
For meeting information, contact Peggy Devoy.
2021
TBD