Equity More Washington companies offer doula services in health benefits Businesses like Microsoft and Walmart are covering costs for birth workers, which advocates say can help lower racial disparity in pregnancy outcomes. by Megan Burbank / February 15, 2024
Culture The generational zigs and zags of immigrant identity Blue Scholars co-founder “Kuya Geo” on the push-pull of assimilation and heritage — and how it differs by immigrant generation. by Aileen Imperial & Stephen Hegg / November 8, 2018
Culture Artist Natasha Marin flips the script with Black Joy WATCH: Celebrating new narratives with ritual objects. by Aileen Imperial / August 23, 2018
Culture Less waltz, more vogue: A Look at LGBTQ Ball Culture The Pacific Northwest is home to a growing Ball culture that is both inclusive and creative. by Aileen Imperial & Stephen Hegg / June 15, 2018
Equity A day in the life of a homeless father of four VIDEO: With help from Mary's Place, Anthony Battiste is making a home for himself and his four young sons. by Aileen Imperial / July 19, 2018
Equity Pay attention to me Attention isn't just nice, it's necessary for normal brain development. Without the right kind, infants grow into troubled teens and adults. by Steve Scher / December 9, 2014
Equity Why are black, queer and trans youth more at risk for homelessness? Last year's Count Us In survey, a daylong census of homeless and unstably housed youth and young adults in King County, found that 32 percent were African-American and 22 percent identified as LGBTQ. by Steve Scher / February 15, 2015
Equity Using home visits to make families stronger Kids need families to feel safe and secure. by Steve Scher / January 20, 2015
News Planned Parenthood awarded $110K after Spokane clinic protests Demonstrations by anti-abortion organizers, including the extremist-supported Church at Planned Parenthood group, have doubled in the past year. by Megan Burbank / December 20, 2022