The Indian Policy Early Learning (IPEL) Committee was created in 2013 based on recommendations from Tribal leaders. Its goal is to make sure DCYF programs and policies meet the needs of pregnant people and children.
Each federally recognized Tribe in Washington state can choose who to send to represent their Tribal Nation.
Meetings
IPEL meets every two months from 1 to 4 p.m. The Tribal Caucus meets from 12 to 1 p.m.
Upcoming Meetings
2026
Nov. 16, 2026
Sept. 21, 2026
July 20, 2026
May 18, 2026
2025
Nov. 17, 2025
Sept. 15, 2025
July 21, 2025
May 19, 2025
- Agenda
- Budget Updates
- Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) WAC Changes
- Introduce the Northwest American Indian Languages Alliance (NW-AILA) Vision, Purpose and Initiatives
- NW-AILA Key Findings from Our Tribal Leaders and Language or Culture Leaders Surveys
- Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (IECMHC) Trainings
- LOVIT Way Update
- Tribal Observers-A Joint Learning Opportunity Between DCYF and Tribal Licensing Programs
March 17, 2025
- Agenda
- Staff Qualification Conversations with Licensed and Certified Providers
- Washington Early Achievers Update
- Dual Language/Tribal Language Revitalization Designation Updates
- The LOVET Way Update
- Early Care and Education Facilities Exploration
- Child Care Washington Administrative Code (WAC) Changes
- WACs to be revised
Jan. 27, 2025
