Agency News
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South Bend Office Closed Due to Power Outage
February 26, 2025DCYF’s Region 6 South Bend Field Office is closed on Feb. 26, 2025, due to a power outage. Please note that staff are available remotely via phone and email.
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Notification of Region 6 DCYF Office Closures Due to Inclement Weather
February 13, 2025Due to inclement weather, the following DCYF Offices in Region 6 are closed as of 12 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13. Regular business hours are anticipated on Friday, Feb. 14 unless inclement weather conditions persist.
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DCYF to Lead Task Force to Support Children, Youth Impacted by Recent Immigration Enforcement (Español | Soomaali)
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DCYF Committees & Advisory Groups At A Glance
January 22, 2025There are many ways to get involved with our agency, whether you are a parent/caregiver, service provider, or legislator. Below is a list of active committees, councils, and advisory groups that work in coordination with DCYF.
Early Learning
Early Learning Advisory Council (ELAC)
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DCYF Prepares for its First Transition in Leadership Since the Agency’s Creation
January 13, 2025Caseworkers, juvenile rehabilitation staff, and licensors were among the 1,400 staff who tuned into the unofficial handoff between Secretary Ross Hunter and Rep. Tana Senn, who is set to lead the Department of Children, Youth, and Families on Jan. 15.
Senn began by thanking Secretary Hunter and letting staff know she looks forward to working with everyone.
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Governor-elect Ferguson Announces New Department of Children, Youth, and Families Secretary
December 19, 2024A few moments ago, Governor-elect Ferguson announced Rep. Tana Senn as the next Secretary of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families. You can find the announcement in the attached release.
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DCYF Updates Mandatory Reporter Training
December 16, 2024The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) has updated its Mandatory Reporter training to highlight the distinction between families in need of support versus child abuse and neglect, and the importance of connecting those families to res
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Community Engagement Launches DCYF Connections Newsletter
December 5, 2024DCYF's Community Engagement team has launched DCYF Connections—a new quarterly newsletter. This newsletter is intended for DCYF families and providers who want to engage with the agency, including individuals serving on DCYF advisory groups.
