2026 Unsung Hero Award Nominations Now Open! (Spanish | Somali)
October 14, 2025
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is now accepting Unsung Hero Award nominations for 2026!
Great Washington ShakeOut
October 7, 2025
This year's International ShakeOut Day is Thursday, Oct. 16, when millions of people worldwide will participate in earthquake drills at work, school, or home!
Podcast Provides Voice to Young People at Green Hill, Echo Glen
October 1, 2025
A podcast series focused on exploring juvenile rehabilitation (JR) through the perspective of young people and staff at Green Hill School and Echo Glen Children’s Center premiered a new season Oct. 1.
A Message from Secretary Senn: Federal Government Shutdown Will Not Impact DCYF Services
September 30, 2025
Read the full message in Español and Soomaali.
In the event that there is a federal government shut down on Oct. 1, I want to be very clear, there will be no impact on DCYF staffing or services and payments will continue to be made to you as scheduled.
