Community Passageways’ mission is to “create alternatives to incarceration for youth and young adults by rebuilding our communities through committed relationships centered on love, compassion, and consistency.”
Read MoreRecapping the Cultivating Community Transformation discussion and reflections on the journey of COO — the difficulties of shifting systems and institutions to enter into more relational and authentic conversations with community, the early intentions of COO coalesce around shared values, listen to the leadership within communities, and the work to invest in and strengthen community partnerships that can inform and bring momentum to the policy and systems changes needed for a more equitable King County.
Read MoreJoin COO's "Cultivating Community" 6 part series, designed to amplify and learn from the efforts of our community driven partnerships.
Read MoreIn this first session, participants explore community-based strategies to build an equitable and regenerative economy, using the Just Transition framework.
Communities of Opportunity partner spotlight: In 2020, after years of relationship-building and community-led design, the Food Innovation Network (FIN), a program of Global to Local, opened Spice Bridge to enhance the local food system, increase access to healthy and culturally specific foods and support local food businesses in South King County.
Read MoreJune dates for Learning Community opportunities and resources: Real Estate 102, Communications Capacity Building, and the Role of Data in Racism as a Public Health Crisis. Register now!
Read MoreCommunity Partner News, Accolades, Awards and Acknowledgements for May 2021
Read MoreFor everyone committed to thriving, healthy communities the upcoming Best Starts for Kids annual summit offers an opportunity to share your experiences and reflect on the challenges we’ve faced and overcome this past year. This year’s Summit features important keynotes from BSK and community leaders and 18 breakout sessions including several highlighting the work of COO and partners!
Read MoreThe Department of Community and Human Services and the Department of Local Services are partnering on a study of concrete actions that King County can take to develop and retain affordable housing in Skyway-West Hill and North Highline. Read on for report details and how to provide feedback.
Read MoreWhat does a thriving community look like? COO partners are among those leading the region towards a more just and person-centered economic system that supports inclusive and thriving communities. Learn more about the work, and opportunities to learn and connect on new models for equity and economic thriving.
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