Advocacy for Children

RSVP Now for Advocacy Day 2027 on February 1!

We are advocates for ALL of Washington’s children and champion policies that advance equity and improve child health and well-being. There are many ways to be an advocate:

  1. Respond to action alerts that we send out during the legislative session.
  2. Join our legislative committee. We meet via Zoom – weekly during the legislative session and monthly outside of session. To learn more, contact Elexis Jackson.
  3. Participate in our annual Advocacy Day. scheduled for Monday, February 1, 2027. We are planning a full day of education and action in Olympia!

Advocate With Us

2027 Legislative Agenda

Check back for our 2027 agenda! Is there something you’re passionate about that you would like WCAAP to lend our voice to in the in the upcoming session? Contact Elexis Jackson to share your concerns/interests.

2026 Accomplishments

Click here to view our 2026 Advocacy Report.

Earlier Accomplishments

  • Increased funding for Washington’s Mental Health Referral Service for Children & Teens and the First Approach Skills Training (FAST) program.
  • 15% increase in Medicaid reimbursement for behavioral health counseling.
  • $10m in loan repayment funds for the Washington Health Corps and $10m in loan repayment funding dedicated to behavioral health professionals.
  • Multisystem crisis response teams to meet the needs of youth who are stuck in hospitals for behavioral needs.
  • Free school meals for all kids in all K-5 and K-8 buildings with at least 30% of students on free and reduced lunch.
  • Assault weapons ban, plus a 10-day waiting period and mandated safety training for all firearm purchases.
  • Improved access to care by increasing Medicaid rates to parity with Medicare for pediatric care.

The WCAAP employs a lobbyist in Olympia to advocate for an equity-focused, child-friendly legislative agenda in our state, and Chapter members frequently testify in Olympia and meet with legislators.