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Read more about Office of Innovation, Alignment, and Accountability (OIAA)

Working to achieve the best possible results for the children and families of Washington.

Read more about Forms & Publications

Find the forms and publications used by DCYF.

Read more about Racial Equity and Social Justice

Valuing & respecting differences is vital in supporting and protecting families.

Read more about Practice Improvement

Discover what DCYF is doing to improve our practice and performance.

End harm

Find out who is legally required to report child abuse or neglect.

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MERIT is an online registry tool for professionals in the field of early care and education.

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Supporting an educator's professional growth or those starting an early learning career.

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Information for professionals who provide early intervention supports to families.

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For contracted providers who provide services to our child welfare clients.

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Information and tools for Washington's child care providers.

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