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Continue reading →: [PD] Annual VPTRC Training at UW Tacoma
The Violence Prevention and Transformation Research Collaborative (VPTRC) at the University of Washington Tacoma will host its annual training event on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in William Philip Hall (WPH). This year’s program, Inside Threat Assessment: Insights from the U.S. Secret Service and Local…
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Continue reading →: Thrive on Thursdays is back!
Educators and safety partners across Washington—you’re invited! NWESD 189’s School Safety & Wellness Center (SSWC) is re-launching our monthly virtual gathering designed to bring us together in a casual space to connect, ask questions, and learn from one another. When: September 18, and every third Thursday of the month (10:00–11:00…
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Continue reading →: NWESD 189 and Skagit DVSAS to Bring Team Up Washington to Northwest Schools
Exciting news for schools across Northwest Washington! NWESD 189 School Safety and Wellness Center (SSWC) is partnering with Skagit Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services (DVSAS) to offer the Team Up Washington program to schools across Northwest Washington. This initiative focuses on preventing dating violence and promoting healthy relationships among…
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Continue reading →: Together We Thrive: Celebrating the Success of the 2025 School Safety & Wellness Symposium
From Aug. 12–13, the NWESD School Safety & Wellness Center hosted its 2025 School Safety and Wellness Symposium at the Swinomish Casino & Lodge in Anacortes — a meaningful gathering that united educators, administrators, mental health professionals, law enforcement, first responders, and community leaders from across Washington. A Gathering with…
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Continue reading →: Secure Your Spot at the 2025 School Safety & Wellness Symposium
The countdown is on! Join us August 12–13 for the 2025 School Safety and Wellness Symposium—an essential two-day event focused on strengthening the safety, mental health, and overall well-being of our school communities. This year’s Symposium features renowned regional, national and international experts sharing the latest research, actionable strategies, and…
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Continue reading →: [Symposium Featured Session] Safety for LGBTQ+ Youth During Turbulent Times: A Call to Grounded Compassion
In a moment where division feels louder than unity, Page’s presentation, Safety for LGBTQ+ Youth During Turbulent Times, offers a powerful and timely reminder: the wellbeing of young people must remain at the heart of our work – no matter the noise swirling around us. Page is known for her…
NWESD Safety & Wellness Center
Providing support, consultation, and guidance in areas of student safety and wellness, we are a multifaceted team of professionals who aim to support our regional educators in the challenging work of keeping our schools and communities healthy, safe, and successful. We believe that: Together We Can… Thrive!
