The Mockingbird Society has launched a statewide survey to capture the youth perspective on the state of child welfare policies in Washington. At present the quantitative data collected by State agencies counts does not include the experiences of the youth and young adults that have been impacted. Mockingbird is reaching out to be sure they include the voices of those in the intersection of intellectual or developmental delays and foster care.

Mockingbird’s outreach begins with a simple online survey, for which the participant is compensated with a $15 e-gift certificate, and can proceed to a one-on-one interview, if the participant is willing (for an additional $25.)