Dr. Vickie Ybarra oversees services and programs that support vulnerable children, youth, and families in Washington state.

Vickie began her career as a home visiting nurse working with immigrant families in Central Washington. She built home visiting and healthcare programs in this area for more than twenty years. 

Over her career she has led the creation and evaluation of many family support programs for low-income and marginalized families. She also served in policy leadership positions to improve equity in outcomes for children. 

Vickie’s academic accomplishments include: 

• Degrees in Nursing and Public Health from the University of Washington
• A degree in Political Science/Public Policy from the University of New Mexico

Vickie is a published scholar. The research she shares is related to public policy and child/family health and well-being.