Announcing Fahren Johnson as YDEKC’s Thriving Leaders Keynote Speaker on April 9, 2021
by Anne Arias We are thrilled to announce Fahren Johnson, Director of Strategic Initiatives for Expanded Learning at Greentrike in Tacoma, as the keynote speaker for Thriving as a Leader in Changing Times, the first quarterly event in our new Thriving Leaders series! I remember meeting [...]
Join us for a Partnership Quick Connections Series
by Anne Arias One of the many gaps the pandemic has illuminated is just how disconnected many schools are from their nearby community partners who could support a more comprehensive ecosystem of supports for youth and families. The recognition that community partners have been essential supports [...]
Advocacy Works — How To Advocate for Youth in 2021
by René Murry Dear YDEKC Community, We are in a period of deep turmoil and concern. However, I would like to draw you to an article in the Seattle Times, where several of our leaders spoke to our current issues. An idea that rose to the top for me was that 2020 was a year of questions and [...]
December 2, 2020: YDEKC’s 10 Year Reunion & Celebration: Reflect, Connect, and Renew
Update 12/3/20: We're excited to share this summary of the event! We were so grateful to see all of you and share in some celebration with you. THANK YOU! Youth Development Executives of King County is turning 10! It's been ten years since 70 executive leaders gathered to explore [...]