Data Council Meeting
2026-01-08 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-02-12 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-03-12 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-04-09 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-05-14 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-06-11 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual
Join the Eastside Pathways Data Council!
Are you passionate about using data to drive meaningful change?Eastside Pathways is inviting individuals with experience in measurement, evaluation, data analysis, data science, or continuous improvement to join our Data Council — active since 2015.
As a Data Council member, you will help:

Sustain and improve Eastside Pathways’ data practices.
Refine specific, time-bound indicators of success for Eastside Pathways and our partner organizations.
Gather and analyze data at the population, system, school, and community levels.

This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with others committed to improving outcomes across East King County through data-driven strategies.
Interested?Contact Payton at payton@eastsidepathways.org to learn more or express your interest!

Leadership Council (in person)
2026-01-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Eastside Pathways Office | Collaboration Room, 2650 148th Ave SE, Suite 216, Bellevue, WA, 98007, United States

Racial Equity Collaborative Action Network (CAN)
2026-01-21 14:00 - 14:45 | Virtual
The Racial Equity Collaborative Action Network (CAN) is an opportunity to develop collaborative strategies and create impactful opportunities to advance racial equity for our youth from cradle to career. The Racial Equity Collaborative Action Network marks the continued effort to move the needle on racial equity, particularly focusing on the youth in East King County. By attending, you’ll gain valuable insights, practical strategies, and a network of allies committed to creating a more equitable future.
This meeting is virtual. A link will be sent when you register.

EP101 February
2026-02-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual
EP101

EP101 is your introduction to Eastside Pathways—who we are, how we work, and how you can make a meaningful impact in East King County.
Whether you’re a community member, service provider, or organizational leader, EP101 empowers you to understand our collective impact model and begin collaborating toward equitable outcomes for children and youth.
In this interactive session, you’ll meet members of the Eastside Pathways team, explore our partnership approach, and discover opportunities to contribute to systems‑level change in our community.

You should attend EP101 if you are….

a service provider for children, youth, young adults from ages 0-26 in East King County.
new to your role in an organization that partners with Eastside Pathways.
a parent/caregiver or representative from the community who wants to connect and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to improve equitable outcomes for youth.
a BIPOC looking for collective healing, affinity spaces.
an individual working or living in East King County and looking for resources and fellowship to advance in your racial equity journey.
a long term associate of Eastside Pathways, looking to reengage.
a young person in the community, looking to help local organizations inform decisions that reduce harm.

This meeting is presented on Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/93971083593?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 939 7108 3593 Passcode: [REDACTED]

POC Affinity Space
2026-02-06 12:00 - 13:30 | https://eastsidepathways.org/calendar/poc-affinity-space-5/2026-02-06/
POC Affinity Space

Our POC-Only Monthly Affinity Space is a warm, welcoming drop‑in community created by and for people of color—and intentionally designed as a strategy to address the isolation many leaders of color experience while working in East King County. As a no‑barrier benefit of being an Eastside Pathways partner, this space offers a supportive environment where leaders, practitioners, and community members of color can connect, reflect, and recharge.
Each month, we gather to share experiences, build meaningful relationships, and strengthen our collective well‑being. Whether you join to listen, speak, learn, or simply be held in community, this is a place to feel seen, valued, and supported.
Come as you are—your presence enriches the space, and you are always welcome here.

Strategic Cuts Mutual Aid #4
2026-02-06 14:00 - 16:30
Eastside Pathways Strategic Cuts Mutual Aid Meeting #4
Date: February 6, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM–4:30 PM
Location: TBD | Bellevue, WA 98005

Join Eastside Pathways and Leadership Eastside for a cross‑sector convening focused on navigating significant funding shifts and strengthening our collaborative response to the growing behavioral health needs of young people in East King County.
This session is designed to shape an investable, partner‑driven plan by:

Deepening shared priorities
Coordinating mutual aid efforts
Aligning strategies and resources across partners

Your participation will help ensure that critical support reaches the young people and families who need it most.
Sponsors: M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust and WA Trust

Wellbeing Mental Health Collective Action Network (CAN)
2026-02-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
The Well-Being and Mental Health CAN is committed to improving the mental health and well-being of youth from birth to age 26 in East King County, focusing on those furthest from justice. Using collective impact and data-driven strategies, we will create a unified approach to address the mental health needs of young people.
This meeting is virtual, a link will be sent when you register.

Policy Advocacy Council Meeting
2026-02-24 11:00 - 12:30 | https://zoom.us/j/95521825697?pwd=[REDACTED]
Eastside Pathways Policy Advocacy Council Meeting
The Policy Advocacy Council brings together partners to identify priority issues, share insights, and develop strategies for collective advocacy. Join us for a collaborative session focused on advancing the discussion on the implementation of K12 District Equity Policies in East King County.
What to Expect:

Clarifying the North Star and Goal Statement
Setting performance measures for the council
Examining performance measures for equity policies
Understanding which organizations must be included in this work

Who Should Attend:
Community partners, educators, nonprofit leaders, and stakeholders committed to improving outcomes for children and youth through policy change.
Goal:
To align efforts and amplify our collective voice to clarify the implementation and efficacy of K12 District Equity Policies in East King County
Location: Virtual
https://zoom.us/j/95521825697?pwd=[REDACTED]

EP101 March
2026-03-06 09:00 - 10:00

POC Affinity Space
2026-03-06 12:00 - 13:30 | https://eastsidepathways.org/calendar/poc-affinity-space-5/2026-03-06/

Ages & Stages Meeting 1: Alignment & Readiness
2026-03-19 10:00 - 12:00
Ages & Stages | 5-Meeting Series
Ages & Stages Meeting 1: Alignment & Readiness
A cross-CAN working series for partners to leverage collective resources, relationships, and influence to move from talk to action and advance outcomes across Early Learning, High School & Beyond, Mental Health and Wellbeing, and Racial Equity.
Results:
• Framing: Role clarity, Who is at the table?
• Partner Readiness using 3Rs: Results, Resources, Relationships
• Align on Outcome Areas
• Key factor analysis
• Guest Speaker: Adaptive leadership archetypes

Policy Advocacy Council
2026-03-24 11:00 - 12:30
The Policy Advocacy Council brings together partners to identify priority issues, share insights, and develop strategies for collective advocacy. Join us for a collaborative session focused on advancing the discussion on the implementation of K12 District Equity Policies in East King County.
What to Expect:

Clarifying Goal Statement
Setting performance measures for the council
Examining performance measures for equity policies
Understanding which organizations must be included in this work

Who Should Attend:
Community partners, educators, nonprofit leaders, and stakeholders committed to improving outcomes for children and youth through policy change.
Goal:
To align efforts and amplify our collective voice to clarify the implementation and efficacy of K12 District Equity Policies in East King County

Location: Virtual
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/29542971566805?p=WLfBdvqaVactgCaNJ3

EP101 April
2026-04-03 09:00 - 10:00

POC Affinity Space
2026-04-03 12:00 - 13:30 | https://eastsidepathways.org/calendar/poc-affinity-space-5/2026-04-03/

Black Strategic Leadership Gathering #4
2026-04-21 15:00 - 17:00
2025–2026 Strategic Planning Session: Black-Serving & Black-Identifying Leadership

Date & Time:
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Location:
Eastside Pathways
2650 148th Ave SE, Suite 216
Bellevue, WA 98007

Event Description:

This session will bring together Black-serving and Black-identifying leaders to stay informed and aligned on how we are collectively supporting Black/African identifying youth this school year. The focus will be on sharing updates, reflecting on current capacities, and naming the ways our existing efforts are ensuring that youth are being served well. Rather than developing new initiatives, this discussion will center on alignment, communication, and confidence in the collective impact of our ongoing work.

Who should attend?:
Black-serving and Black-identifying leaders, educators, and community partners supporting Black youth.

If in person, is food provided?:
Yes, light refreshments will be provided.

Parking instructions/directions:
Free parking is available in the main lot

Ages & Stages Meeting 2: Strategy Framing
2026-04-30 10:00 - 12:00 | St. Andrews Fellowship Hall, 2650 148th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA, 98007, United States
Ages & Stages | 5-Meeting Series
Ages & Stages Meeting 2: Strategy Framing
A cross-CAN working series for partners to leverage collective resources, relationships, and influence to move from talk to action and advance outcomes across Early Learning, High School & Beyond, Mental Health and Wellbeing, and Racial Equity.
Results:

Strategy generation within Outcome areas
Performance evaluation
Grounding in Know Your Number
Equity stance: Who is being centered? Who will be better off as a result of…..?

Location
St Andrews Lutheran Fellowship Hall
2650 148th Ave SE
Bellevue, WA 98007

EP101 May
2026-05-01 09:00 - 10:00

POC Affinity Space
2026-05-01 12:00 - 13:30 | 303 S Jackson St, Top Floor Seattle WA 98104, 303 S Jackson St, Top Floor, Seattle, 98104, United States
POC Affinity Space

We STILL Dream A Future – Reclaiming Our Humanity Afrofuturism: Past, Present, and FutureThis month we are excited to come together to experience the Unspoken Truth’s exhibit on May 1st. This award wining exhibit is free to public featuring the incredible collection of elder and storytelling Delbert Richardson. We look forward to being in community together to share this experience rooted in our collective history to remind of our strength and brilliance.
For more details on the exhibit visit https://www.unspokentruths.org/
12:00-1:30pm303 S Jackson St, Top FloorSeattle WA 98104
Parking Options:

King Street Center Garage (201 S Jackson St): Offers paid valet parking, with rates ranging from free for the first hour to about $30
for 24 hours.
Union Station Parking Garage (401 S Jackson St): Convenient, large parking structure neighboring the station.
525 S Jackson St Parking: A nearby LAZ parking lot offering paid parking, including 24-hour access on weekends.
601 S Jackson St Parking: A paid lot located across from Hing Hay Park, usually available for public parking.
Stadium Place Parking (530 Occidental Ave S): Often used for event parking near the stadium and station.

Street Parking:

On-street parking is available on S Jackson St and surrounding streets, but it is metered ($1—$4 per hour) and restricted to 2—4 hours between 8 AM and 6 PM or 8 PM.

Our POC-Only Monthly Affinity Space is a warm, welcoming drop‑in community created by and for people of color—and intentionally designed as a strategy to address the isolation many leaders of color experience while working in East King County. As a no‑barrier benefit of being an Eastside Pathways partner, this space offers a supportive environment where leaders, practitioners, and community members of color can connect, reflect, and recharge.
Each month, we gather to share experiences, build meaningful relationships, and strengthen our collective well‑being. Whether you join to listen, speak, learn, or simply be held in community, this is a place to feel seen, valued, and supported.
Come as you are—your presence enriches the space, and you are always welcome here.

Impact Showcase: Early Learning
2026-05-04 17:00 - 18:30
Early Learning Showcase
Join us for the first event in our three-part Impact Showcase, celebrating 15 years of collective impact across East King County. This session spotlights our early learning work—an area that has been core to our mission since the very beginning of our organization.
Attendees will hear an engaging presentation from one of our Early Learning partners, showcasing our early learning impact and the measurable progress made for young children and families in our region.
Refreshments provided. Limited seating available.
We look forward to celebrating this milestone and the power of partnership with you
May 4 20265-6:30pmRyan James Gallery425 Urban Plz STE #165Kirkland, WA 98033

Impact Showcase: High School & Beyond
2026-05-11 17:30 - 19:00
High School & Beyond Showcase
Join us for the first event in our three-part Impact Showcase, celebrating 15 years of collective impact across East King County. This session highlights our High School & Beyond work, which supports students as they graduate high school prepared for postsecondary opportunities, navigate the challenges of summer melt, and persist through college.
The evening will feature a presentation from one of our High School & Beyond partners, offering insights into the milestones, challenges, and measurable progress we’ve achieved together to improve outcomes for young people in our region.
Refreshments provided. Limited seating available.
May 11, 20255:30–7:00 PM
Bellden Cafe10527 Main StBellevue, WA 98004
We look forward to celebrating this milestone and the power of partnership with you.

Impact Showcase: Cradle to Career
2026-05-18 17:30 - 19:00
Cradle to Career Showcase
Join us for the culminating event in our three-part Impact Showcase, celebrating 15 years of collective impact across East King County. This gathering highlights the full cradle‑to‑career continuum and the transformative power of aligning and collaborating beyond the constraints of any one leader, neighborhood, or organization.
Together, we’ll explore how cross‑sector partnerships—spanning early learning through college and career—create measurable, lasting change for children, youth, and families. The evening will uplift stories of shared leadership, regional alignment, and the collective strategies that have shaped our community’s progress.
Refreshments provided. Limited seating available.
May 18, 20255:30–7:00 PM
KidsQuest Children’s Museum1116 108th Ave NEBellevue, WA 98004
We look forward to celebrating this milestone and the strength of our shared vision.

Resource & Career Fair
2026-05-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Kirkland Teen Union Building, 348 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA, 98033, United States
Join us for a fun, welcoming drop‑in event at the Kirkland Teen Union, sponsored by the City of Kirkland! Youth and families are invited to stop by for career readiness workshops, chances to connect with community partners, giveaways, and more. This event is part of our High School and Beyond commitment—making sure young people in our community, from ages 0–26, have the support and resources they need to build a strong future and move toward economic mobility.

✨ Bonus: The first 30 guests will receive a free backpack (one per youth).✨

May 27, 2026 7-8:30PM
Kirkland Teen Union Building348 Kirkland AveKirkland, WA 98033

EP101 June
2026-06-05 09:00 - 10:00

POC Affinity Space
2026-06-05 12:00 - 13:30 | https://eastsidepathways.org/calendar/poc-affinity-space-5/2026-06-05/

Paint for a Cause
2026-06-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Kirkland Teen Union Building, 348 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA, 98033, United States
Family Fun Painting Night at the Kirkland Teen Union

Join us for a fun and welcoming family painting night at the Kirkland Teen Union! Paint for a cause while enjoying a creative evening together. Artwork created at this event will be featured for sale at our annual celebration, with all proceeds supporting young people in our community and helping put them on a path to economic mobility.
All painting supplies, light snacks, and beverages are provided—just bring your creativity!
Saturday, June 6
5:00-7:00PM
Kirkland Teen Union Building348 Kirkland AveKirkland WA 98033

Giving Back
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