Transforming Communities Through Advocacy
Trusted by Washingtonians for advocacy
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Parent Watch, Inc. collaborates with parents and youth, providing support through court hearings, training sessions, and organizing efforts for systemic change.
HEAL, NURTURE, STRENGTHENING.
Parent Watch, Inc. is committed to:
Protecting the rights of parents, children, and youth.
Empowering those affected by the justice, education, mental health, and child welfare systems to advocate for themselves and take control of their lives.
Fostering systemic change by encouraging agencies to be more youth, parent, and community-friendly.
Our Mission
Our Vision
We believe in a society where all parents, children, and youth are empowered and their rights are fully protected. We envision a community where those impacted by the justice, education, mental health, and child welfare systems can advocate for themselves and lead fulfilling lives. We strive for a future where agencies are responsive, inclusive, and supportive of the needs and voices of youth, parents, and communities, fostering a collaborative environment for positive systemic change.
Impacting DC's Agencies
Rapid Response: We offer support, interventions, and information to families and youth in crisis. Our services include conflict resolution, advocacy, and family restoration.
Parent Resource Center: In partnership with the Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services, we provide life skills training, seminars, mentoring, and counseling. We also assist with job searches, interviewing, and referrals.
Youth Advocacy
Empowering youth to tackle challenges in the juvenile justice system, schools, youth care systems, and the community.
Parent Advocacy
Empowering parents to access services and effectively advocate for themselves, their children, and their communities.
Court Advocacy
Providing advocacy assistance to families navigating the justice system.
Systemic Change
Ensuring transparency, inclusiveness, and fair due process.
Parent Watch, Inc. works hard to build trusting relationships with community organizations, parents, and public agencies.
Supporting Parental Rights
Empowering parents, children, and youth impacted by justice and education systems.
Empowering Families Together
Providing support for parents and children in the community.