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Institute for Black Justice Presentation by Founder, Dr. Carol Mitchell

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Institute for Black Justice Presentation by Founder, Dr. Carol Mitchell

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The Early Learning Advisory Council (ELAC) was created by the Legislature in 2007.

ELAC representatives from around the state meet regularly to provide input and recommendations to the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) so our strategies and actions are well informed and broadly supported by parents, child care providers, health and safety experts and interested members of the public.

Governor Jay Inslee holds final authority for policy decisions.

The council has adopted a Racial Equity Framework through which it conducts its business as an advisory board to the Department of Children, Youth, and Families.

Members

The Early Learning Advisory Council (ELAC) members are a diverse group of people whose role is to provide DCYF with input and recommendations to inform DCYF's work.

ELAC includes parents, child care providers, health and safety experts, legislators, representatives of Tribal Nations, independent schools, K-12 and higher education, and others who are interested in creating a statewide early learning system that helps all children realize their full potential.

Some ELAC members are appointed by the Governor. Others are appointed by various entities as required in the legislation that created ELAC.

Meetings

The Early Learning Advisory Council has six regular meetings each year, held on the first Tuesday of odd months. At each meeting, ELAC members get updates on DCYF's work and provide input and recommendations to DCYF.

Members of the public are welcome to attend ELAC meetings. Public comment periods are offered throughout each meeting. The locations and times vary for each meeting.

2022
December 6, 2022 August 2, 2022 October 4, 2022 June 7, 2022 April 12, 2022 February 1, 2022
At the time of the meeting, please join the Zoom meeting via the link below.

9:00am-3:00pm

Meeting number (access code): 824 9183 1069
Meeting password: 904723

Join by phone: 1 253 215 8782 US Toll
Passcode: 904723

2021
December 7, 2021 October 5, 2021 - Joint Early Learning Advisory Council, Provider Supports Subcommittee, and Parent Advisory Group Meeting August 3, 2021 June 1, 2021 - Joint Provider Supports Subcommittee Meeting March 30, 2021 - Joint PAG Meeting February 2, 2021

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Department of Children, Youth & Families

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The Early Learning Advisory Council (ELAC) was created by the Legislature in 2007. Read the statutory language ELAC representatives from around the state meet regularly to provide input and recommendations to the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) so our strategies and actions are well informed and broadly supported by parents, child care providers, health and safety experts and interested members of the public.

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ELAC rep needed for Investing in Children Coalition

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ELAC rep needed for Investing in Children Coalition

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$1,250 available to support participation

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Please follow this link to sign in for today's meeting!

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November Investing in Children Coalition Meeting

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Please complete this form to sign in for today’s meeting! If you have trouble completing this, please send the requested information to forthekids@yakimavalleycf.org.Thank you!

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I.B.J. is a non-profit in Pierce County, Washington, that advocates for universal equity and justice!

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Carol Mitchell, J.D., M.A - Founder & Director of Advocacy, Institute for Black Justice

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Carol Mitchell, J.D., M.A - Founder & Director of Advocacy, Institute for Black Justice

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OUR FOUNDER & DIRECTOR OF ADVOCACY

Carol Mitchell, J.D., M.A.

The Institute for Black Justice was founded in September, 2020 by Carol C. Mitchell, a local attorney and social justice advocate.  Mitchell holds a Juris Doctor from Seattle University School of Law, a Master of Arts in Organizational Systems Renewal from Seattle University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Washington Seattle.

Mitchell has more than 20 years of public sector leadership experience, having served most recently in Pierce County, Washington.  Mitchell's primary responsibility was to improve outcomes for individuals with behavioral health and substance use conditions who were caught in the grip of the criminal justice system.  Mitchell has significant organizational and human resources experience, having served as the Chief HR Officer for the Port of Tacoma, Chief Organizational Development and HR Officer for Metro Parks, Public Relations Officer for Pierce Transit, and as Executive Consultant for her own preventive law firm.

Mitchell spent 17 years as the host of TV Tacoma's "CityLine," a Tacoma, WA based public affairs talk show.  Her volunteer activities include a Gubernatorial appointment to the Board of Trustees of Clover Park Technical College, Past President of the Fair Housing Center of Washington Board, member of the Palmer Scholars Board of Directors, and Past President of the Tacoma City Association of Colored Women's Clubs, Inc.

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I.B.J. is a non-profit in Pierce County, Washington, that advocates for universal equity and justice!

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Governor Ferguson, Ballmer Group announce new grant to fund early learning for 10,000 Washington kids

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Governor Ferguson, Ballmer Group announce new grant to fund early learning for 10,000 Washington kids

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Governor Ferguson, Ballmer Group announce new grant to fund early learning for 10,000 Washington kids | Governor Bob Ferguson

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Grant funds could total more than $1B over 10 years

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I.B.J. is a non-profit in Pierce County, Washington, that advocates for universal equity and justice!

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IMPORTANT: Please add/update/remove your email for our 2026 mailing list.

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IMPORTANT: Please add/update/remove your email for our 2026 mailing list.

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Help us stay connected! Use this form to add, remove, or update your contact information for the Investing in Children Coalition mailing list. This helps us share meeting invites, updates, and community resources efficiently.

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Executive Committee Updates - Open Seat for Kittitas County

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Executive Committee Updates - Open Seat for Kittitas County

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Thank you to Claudette for six years of service!

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Michele Cawley, KCELC to present

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ECE HMG WA Outreach Toolkit 2025 Final 8.28.25

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West Valley Early Learning Workshop, Thurs, Feb. 19, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

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West Valley Early Learning Workshop, Thurs, Feb. 19, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

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West Valley Early Learning Workshop, Registration Form in English

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West Valley Early Learning Workshop, Registration Form in English

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WV Early Learning Workshop Feb 19 2026 registration form

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West Valley Early Learning Workshop, Registration Form in Spanish

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West Valley Early Learning Workshop, Registration Form in Spanish

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WV Early Learning Workshop Feb 19 2026 registration form IN SPANISH

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Find community resources for children and families.

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Help Me Grow Washington promotes early childhood development and ensures all children reach their full potential.