After months of hard work, we are so proud to announce that our 6^th Annual Serving Those Who Served Conference was a huge success!  It was an incredible event filled with engaging discussions, innovative ideas, and great connections. 

This two-day conference for veteran service organizations, resource providers, and partner agencies offered a wealth of knowledge from industry experts in areas that affect the lives of our Veterans and their families in addition to improving collaboration and connections among all those who work with them.  Each session was recorded, and videos will be posted to our website soon, so if you weren’t able to attend, you will still have an opportunity to watch the conference breakout sessions.

We want to thank everyone who attended, and who shared their expertise.  Job well done to the WDVA team and our non-WDVA Partners on the planning committee for your tireless efforts and hard work. We hope to see everyone again next year!

Please email us at communications@dva.wa.gov to provide any feedback or recommendations you may have to make the next Serving Those Who Served Conference even better.

The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) will host a Women Veterans Forum from 8:30 to 9:30 and a Veterans Town Hall from 10:00 to 12:30 on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1435, 212 S David Road Spokane Valley, WA 99212.

This double event is presented by the Governor’s Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee (VAAC) and the Women Veterans Advisory Committee (WVAC).

Women Veterans are encouraged to participate in the Women Veterans Forum to network, talk about the needs of Washington State Women Veterans in your area, and discuss how we can provide equitable access and support through ongoing outreach and engagement.  The WVAC, which has 14 members, works to ensure that women veterans in Washington have fair access to VA services and benefits provided by the federal and state. Please register for the Women Veterans Forum at Women Veterans Forum Tickets, Wed, Oct 18, 2023 at 8:30 AM | Eventbrite

The VAAC is composed of 17 members and advises the Governor and the Director of the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) on issues and programs concerning veterans. Join the Town Hall livestream starting at 10am where you will have an opportunity to comment and ask questions https://www.facebook.com/wsdva

During the Veterans Town Hall, community partners and service providers will discuss how they are helping local veterans and their families.  All are welcome to attend and learn more about the programs and services available to veterans, families, and resource providers.

Visit the WDVA website at http://www.dva.wa.gov or call 1-800-562-2308 for additional information. 

MORE INFORMATION:
Information on the WVAC: Women Veterans | WDVA (wa.gov)
Information on the VAAC: https://www.dva.wa.gov/councils-committees/governors-veterans-affairs-advisory-committee-vaac

It's time to celebrate the hard work and dedication of those who make a difference.

You can nominate individuals for Outstanding Service to Veterans Awards in the following categories:

Superior Award, Distinguished Service Award and Team Award.

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Veterans Commercial Tobacco Cessation

The Veterans Commercial Tobacco Cessation Program (DVA), in collaboration with the Washington State Department of Health and funded by a grant from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), aims to connect Washington's veterans and military families to resources that aid in reducing tobacco dependence, boosting cessation efforts, and offering support for maintaining an abstinence.

Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program

The Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program enables the WDVA to provide resources toward community-based suicide prevention efforts to meet the needs of eligible Veterans through outreach, peer support, suicide prevention services, and connection to VA and community benefits and resources.

September is Suicide Prevention Month 

Please Raise Awareness of #SuicidePrevention programs by purchasing this license plate emblem. The $18 fee supports organizations that provide resources to at-risk and transitioning veterans, military members, and their families.

To become a partner in the fight against suicide and purchase a license plate emblem, please visit: Washington State Department of Licensing