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Legislative updates, member spotlights, and news from the movement for boys and men in Virginia.

Member Spotlight May 15, 2026

Dads at School launches Virginia pilot to engage more K12 male caregivers

I’m proud to roll out Dads at School, a new nonprofit that supports K12 father engagement through year-round support and $1,000 grants. Dads at School is…

The Commission March 12, 2026

VA Boys and Men Advisory Commission passes!

HB1188 passed both House and Senate! From today’s press release from sponsor Delegate Josh Thomas: Richmond, VA – Today, the Virginia General Assembly passed Delegate Josh…

The Commission March 10, 2026

Boys and Men’s Commission update and related VA news!

In this issue: Virginia’s Boys and Men Advisory Commission update Center for the Study of Boys gathers Richmond boys/men leaders Choros: App for male friendship (Alexandria…

The Commission February 16, 2026

Boys/Men Commission bill passes Senate, on way to Governor’s desk

Correction: An earlier version reported HB11 was co-sponsored by Democrats. Co-sponsor Webert is Republican. Tuesday Virginia Senate passed SB447 unanimously, making way for the likely signing…

Policy February 2, 2026

Virginia bill to elevate, support fatherhood

Continuing its leadership on boys and men’s issues, Virginia legislature will consider a bill to devoted to promoting and supporting fatherhood through research, media campaigns and…

The Commission January 15, 2026

Virginia Introduces Bill to Create First U.S. Commission for Boys and Men

Virginia’s effort to create the nation’s first commission for boys and men is sailing through legislature. Get updates here! Summary: Del. Josh Thomas (D-21) introduced HB1188,…

The Commission October 15, 2025

Virginia Advisory Commission for Men and Boys announced

Yesterday Virginia Democrats announced an effort to create a legislative advisory committee for men and boys — the first ever in the country. House Speaker Don…

Member Spotlight September 30, 2025

Virginia Leader: Center for the Study of Boys

From our series highlighting Virginia organizations that are national and global leaders in celebrating and supporting boy and men. The Center for the Study of Boys…

Member Spotlight September 5, 2025

VA Leader: Investing in male early childhood teachers

From our series highlighting Virginia organizations that are national and global leaders in celebrating and supporting boy and men. This month, Hopkins House, a nonprofit early…

Policy August 22, 2025

Boys and Men’s policy nationwide

This post will be updated regularly with news about U.S. policy and government efforts to address boys’ and men’s issues. Please share any local, state and…

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