Reorganization in the Licensing Division
DCYF's Licensing Division (LD) will be restructuring its Kinship and Foster Care programs to better support children, youth, and families in the summer of 2025.
Currently, LD Foster Programs are separated into pre-licensing/licensing (called “Assessment”) and post-licensing (called “Safety and Monitoring” or “SAM”). LD is adopting a new model where staff will specialize in either foster or kinship.
Rather than dividing between pre-and post-license, each licensor will be assigned an application and will oversee that caregiver for the duration of their license. Meaning they will have the same licensor for as long as they maintain the license.
All licensed caregivers, including those holding a kinship license, will receive more information as this transition takes place.
If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, please email dcyf.licensingfeedback@dcyf.wa.gov.
Tribal Early Learning Funds Now Available
DCYF is excited to share that a fourth round of Tribal Early Learning funding (TELF) is available to tribal early learning programs and tribal-serving organizations. This funding opportunity supports tribal children, prenatal to five, in early learning programs across Washington state in a culturally appropriate and inclusive manner.
Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Monday, March 31, 2025.
Visit DCYF's Tribal Relations webpage for information and to apply.
Community Reentry Services Manager (WMS1) – Spokane or Wenatchee/DCYF
Position closes: March 13, 2025, 11:59 p.m.
Apply online: Community Reentry Services Manager | Career Pages
Fisheries WaterCorps Tribal Internship/U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Apply online: conservationlegacy:Career Search
Family Success Parenting Conference
May 2 - 4, 2025 Great Wolf Lodge, Grand Mound, WA
Family Success NW proudly presents their inaugural conference—a gathering of parents, caregivers, and allies dedicated to supporting trauma-impacted children. Pre-register for the conference and visit Family Success Northwest for more information.
Pow-Wow Dance Classes | Free
United Indian of All Tribes Foundation is offering free Powwow Dance classes through July 10, 2025. Classes are held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Daybreak Star Cultural Center and offer participants a welcoming introduction to the significance, traditions, and spirit of Powwow dancing. For information, visit United Indians of All Tribes Foundation.
Foster Care Support Night
March 20, 2025 | 5:30-8 p.m.
Casey Family Programs, Seattle WA
This month, kids will delve into the cultural significance of the First Salmon Ceremony, explore food sovereignty, and express their learning through art. Caregivers will connect with fellow kinship and foster caregivers during a support group session that features a podcast by child welfare experts and a guided discussion to share insights. Offered by the United Indians of All Tribes Foundation. Register at fostercare@unitedindians.org.
Children & Youth Services Center Open House | NATIVE Project
March 21, 2025 | Spokane, WA
The NATIVE Project is hosting a grand opening of its new Children & Youth Service’s Building on Friday, March 21, 2025, between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. RSVP by emailing sbirdtail@nativeproject.org.
Food Equity - Fresh Bucks
Fresh Bucks is a City of Seattle program that provides Seattle residents with a food card for free fruits and vegetables. For information and to register, email lmccormick@unitedindians.org.
Liz Mueller Honored at Centennial Accord: A Daughter’s Perspective
"Liz Mueller was honored at the 2024 Centennial Accord by the Washington State Tribes and Gov. Jay Inslee for the years of work she has contributed to the Tribes and Washington State..."
To read the full article, read page 15 of the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe's January 2025 newsletter.
Puyallup Tribal language consultant publishes first comprehensive analysis of the many Native names for Mount Rainier
"The Puyallup Tribal Council and Puyallup Tribal Language Program celebrate the publication of a historic paper that for the first time gives a comprehensive linguistic analysis of the many Native names for Mount Rainier." Read the full article.
Puyallup Tribal Members compete at state wrestling tournament
"Puyallup Tribal Members Naiyeli Cruz-Garcia and Ty Satiacum Jr. represented the Puyallup Tribe with pride at the state wrestling tournament Feb. 21-22 at the Tacoma Dome." Read the full article.
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