@TeamChild

TeamChild provides free civil legal advocacy to youth.

 Washington State
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Joined September 2011
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Learn more about this month's Fearless Children's Lawyer, Sara Zier director of legal services at @TeamChild: americanbar.org/content/aba-… #ABALitKidsRts
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A2J Jobs@A2JJobs26 Sep 2023
📣 JOB ALERT: @TeamChild is seeking a Staff Attorney in Spokane, WA (Hybrid) to provide civil legal representation to youth who are at risk of or already involved in the juvenile court and child welfare systems. Learn more and apply: buff.ly/3PtHJtG #A2JJobs #legaljobs
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ACLU
@ACLU8 Jun 2023
BREAKING: The Supreme Court just ruled that Alabama's 2021-enacted congressional map violated the Voting Rights Act of 1965 because it diluted Black political power. Alabama must now redraw its congressional map.
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❄️ COLD WEATHER SHELTER ❄️ As the cold weather forecast is prolonged, we extended our Severe Weather Response protocols activation. Find all of the updated information here: kcrha.org/cold-weather-shelt…

Cold Weather Shelter, Dec 14-24 - KCRHA

Due to cold weather, with low temperatures in the 30's, KCRHA is activating Severe Weather Response protocols. Climate change is making severe weather

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‼️Today, WA supreme court issued two rulings that address systemic racism in our legal system (Henderson v Thompson) and ensure that people are able to seal and vacate juvenile records so that they aren’t forever burdened by decisions made when they were young (State v Garza).
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Thanks to the @KCCouncil for the proclamation in honor of Pro Bono Week (Oct. 23 - 29)! Councilmembers @reagandunn and @RDembowski presented the proclamation to legal aid providers today. @NWIRP @BLC_WA @TeamChild @WAStateBar @kingcountybar @RDembowski @reagandunn
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BACK TO SCHOOL – YOUTH EDUCATION LAW COLLABORATIVE @TeamChild #NorthwestJusticeProject @Autism_Warrior @disrightswa @SeattleULaw @supportKIND will provide accessible legal info & education advocacy to students impacted by COVID-19 #WAEdu #StudentRights teamchild.org/back-to-school…
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Eager to make positive change in our civil legal system? Join us at our Tacoma Wine & Justice event this Wednesday, July 13, 2022! We’ll come together to learn about civil justice issues and how YOU can support legal aid. Register now: ow.ly/KBVb50JTmql
Graphic promoting the Campaign for Equal Justice's Beer & Justice Event in Tacoma. July 13, 5-7 PM at Pat Palace's Home

ALT Graphic promoting the Campaign for Equal Justice's Beer & Justice Event in Tacoma. July 13, 5-7 PM at Pat Palace's Home

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Free US school lunches were a dream come true. Now, a hunger crisis looms for 10 million children theguardian.com/environment/…

Free US school lunches were a dream come true. Now, a hunger crisis looms for 10 million children

Congress has failed to extend school meal waivers, expiring on 30 June, and the impact will be felt almost immediately

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TeamChild@TeamChild6 Jun 2022
We are still recruiting for our Youth Advisory Board, a partnership between TeamChild and @disrightswa! This is a PAID opportunity to build power and create change for young peope in Washington State. Spread the word and learn more: teamchild.org/youth-advisory…
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WA nonprofit @TeamChild is collaborating with the community and other legal aid programs to build an action plan to support students impacted by education inequities. LFW is proud to fund TeamChild every year to continue their impactful work. Read more: ow.ly/lOoC50J0BFW
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These new rules provide important new protections to help ensure that a scarlet letter does not follow children into adulthood that hinders unfairly their ability to gain employment, housing, and other education.
TeamChild@TeamChild4 May 2022
Read a special blogpost from TeamChild’s Director of Policy and Advocacy, Karen Pillar: bit.ly/3KEisst Learn about 2 new court rules that help mitigate the consequences of a juvenile court record for Washington’s young people.
The word POLICY is spelled out on wooden blocks; to the upper right is a drawing of a hand and finger pressing a computer key with the word POST. Against a green background, a photo shows a young man in silhouette studying at a desk. A red car drives into frame behind him.

ALT The word POLICY is spelled out on wooden blocks; to the upper right is a drawing of a hand and finger pressing a computer key with the word POST. Against a green background, a photo shows a young man in silhouette studying at a desk. A red car drives into frame behind him.

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Annie Lee @TeamChild being recognized now, Goldmark Award. So inspiring to hear Reyna Rollolazo talk about Annie Lee. And now the video, many speaking about her magical leadership. So great to see an Asian American woman recognized for her strong leadership.
Legal Foundation of Washington@LegalFoundWA11 Feb 2022
The Goldmark Award Luncheon is kicking off at noon! You can tune in here: givebutter.com/goldmark2022
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Today is the last day to register for the #GoldmarkAwardLuncheon. Snag your ticket here: ow.ly/KALy50H9XLU 2022 Goldmark Award Luncheon 🗓 February 11, 2022 ⏰ Noon - 1 PM PST 📍 Virtual
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View the latest information on Severe Winter Weather Shelters and Warming Locations and download an updated flyer: humaninterests.seattle.gov/2…
Graphic image of flyer. Visit the blog link for a full list of shelters and warming locations.

ALT Graphic image of flyer. Visit the blog link for a full list of shelters and warming locations.

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Five new temporary shelters have been opened today to expand overnight capacity in #PierceCounty. For the current list of shelters, including availability, go to: pchomeless.org/Facilities/Sh…
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King County Superior Court will be closed Monday, Dec. 27 due to inclement weather. This includes all locations.
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Seattle City Hall NOW OPEN as Warming Center 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sun. Dec. 26 - Thurs. Dec. 30. Operator: @SeaUrbanLeague. Severe weather overnight shelters through 12/29: Seattle Center Exhibition Hall 301 Mercer St. + @CompassHousing 210 Alaskan Way S. at Washington St.
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In anticipation of low temperatures and potential snow in the coming days, we will open emergency Severe Weather Shelters from Sat, Dec 25 thru Wed, Dec 29. Forecasts will be monitored to assess emergency shelter needs beyond then. Read more on our blog: humaninterests.seattle.gov/2…
SEVERE WEATHER NIGHT SHELTERS: Open at 7pm nightly, Saturday, December 25th through Wednesday, December 29th. Severe Weather Shelters serve adults over 18, all genders, at two locations: Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 301 Mercer St. 98109, Operated by Salvation Army Compass Housing Alliance, 210 Alaskan Way S.

ALT SEVERE WEATHER NIGHT SHELTERS: Open at 7pm nightly, Saturday, December 25th through Wednesday, December 29th. Severe Weather Shelters serve adults over 18, all genders, at two locations: Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 301 Mercer St. 98109, Operated by Salvation Army Compass Housing Alliance, 210 Alaskan Way S.

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Thanks for highlighting my recent @Crosscut column! More to come...
TeamChild@TeamChild30 Jul 2021
We are closely following news about WA State's child welfare system as well as broader calls nationwide for reimagining harmful systems that separate young people, disproportionately youth of color, from their families and other community supports. conta.cc/3rHr0qk
Artwork by @itsmonicatrinidad courtesy of forthepeoplecollective.org (support their work!) - Handwritten words, "We Keep Each Other Safe" over a dark purple and aqua background. There are 4 individuals represented, one with a computer, one carrying groceries, one on their phone, and one hanging a sign that reads Decarceration.

ALT Artwork by @itsmonicatrinidad courtesy of forthepeoplecollective.org (support their work!) - Handwritten words, "We Keep Each Other Safe" over a dark purple and aqua background. There are 4 individuals represented, one with a computer, one carrying groceries, one on their phone, and one hanging a sign that reads Decarceration.

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