|
|
Governor Inslee and other elected officials share their support for comprehensive reproductive care in Washington
 Governor Jay Inslee listens to First Spouse of WA Trudi Inslee on left and LD 22 Rep Laurie Dolan speaks on right at Pro-Choice Rally at Temple of Justice steps with crowd behind them on steps. Pictures by Tracey Carlos
In light of the leaked draft decision from the United States Supreme Court with their intention to stripped women and other people who can get pregnant their right to terminate a pregnancy, Governor Jay Inslee, First Lady Trudi Inslee, and a host of elected and appointed officials have raised their voice in support of body autonomy and the right to choose.
The right to access comprehensive reproductive care, including abortion, has been threatened at the federal level. However, Washingtonians will continue having access to abortions thanks in part to recently approved legislation, the “Preserving a Pregnant Individual's Ability to Access Abortion Care Act” of 2022, signed by Governor Inslee earlier this year.
The ACLU of Washington has put together a list of Q&As that address some of the concerns related to abortion care in Washington and the impending decision of the US Supreme Court. You can read the document here: https://www.aclu-wa.org/pages/abortion-rights-crisis-qa
Several media outlets reported on the Governor’s and other officials’ participation of rallies and demonstrations for abortion care access. Here are some links to read more:
|
|
Connect with the Community
Pride events around Washington
6/4/22
Capital City Pride
Location: Port Plaza, 701 Columbia St NW, Olympia, WA 98501
https://www.capitalcitypride.net/welcome
Clark County Rainbow Walk 2022
Location: NW La Center Rd, La Center, WA
https://clarkcountypride.com/
6/18/22
Yakima Pride Festival & Parade
Location: 15 N Naches Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
www.yakimapride.org
Wenatchee Pride Festival
Memorial Park, Wenatchee, WA
https://www.wenatcheepride.org/2022-pride-festival
6/24/22
Trans Pride Seattle
Location: Seattle, WA
https://transprideseattle.org
6/25/22 – 6/26/22
Seattle Pridefest
Location: Capital Hill and Seattle Center
https://www.seattlepridefest.org/
7/9/22
Tacoma Pride
Location: Pacific Avenue between S 7th and S 9th Streets
www.tacomapride.org
7/23/22
Kitsap Pride
Location: Kitsap County Fairgrounds
www.kitsappride.org
8/20/22
Battle Ground Pride
Location: Virtual event, Battle Ground Clark County
https://www.pflagswwa.org/
Have an event to share. Let us know here.
Happy ANHPI Heritage Month!
Governor Inslee has declared the month of May as Asian, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month in the State of Washington! Throughout this month, all Washingtonians are invited to share in celebrating the numerous contributions of our diverse communities to our history, economy and cultural identity.
At CAPAA, we will be highlighting community voices via Facebook posts and a live streamed series called “Conversations with CAPAA”.
For a complete list of LGBTQ+ resources by and for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islanders, visit CAPAA’s resource page here: https://capaa.wa.gov/lgbtq-resources/
Thank you for the recognition Governor Inslee!
|
Opportunities for the Community
 Tuesday, May 24th from 6:30 - 8:30 PM via Zoom
Open to parents and caregivers in the community
Jenn Burleton, Presenter
Jenn Burleton is the recipient of the 2021 national ‘Hometown Hero’ Award from LGBTQ Nation and is considered an authority on issues relating to transgender and gender-diverse children and youth.
TransActive's Philosophy: We believe gender-expansive and transgender children, adolescents, and teens have an innate right to receive uncompromising affirmation of their self-identity and that caregivers, families, and allies deserve to receive the support they need to continue doing what they do best; raising, nurturing, and loving the children in their lives.
These are some of the topics the workshop will cover:
- Can you be gay AND trans?
- How can they know and is this a phase?
- How do we explain this to friends and family?
- What are puberty blockers and are they safe?
- How can I tell fact-based information from disinformation online?
Registration required. Please visit this link to register: https://tinyurl.com/GenderDiverseKids
|
|
|
The Washington State Department of Transportation is looking to add Community Workforce Agreements to future transportation project contracts. A Community Workforce Agreement is a Project Labor Agreement designed to benefit under-represented and under-served communities' access to capital construction investments made in their communities. WSDOT has heard concerns from under-represented and under-served community members and organizations regarding Community Workforce Agreements. We are hosting a virtual Listening Session on May 19, from 2pm to 4pm.
Please contact Ami Peters with the WSDOT Office of Equal Opportunity at PeterAmi@wsdot.wa.gov or 360-480-4759 to register.
Join the Gender Empower Study
The Mary Bridge Gender Health Research Program is conducting a research study designed to understand healthcare empowerment among gender diverse youth, ages 14-24. The study involves a brief, anonymous, and confidential online survey. Upon completion, youth can choose to receive a $10 Amazon card in appreciation of their time and effort.
Results from the study will be used to better understand and improve the provision of gender-affirming care for youth.
The survey can be accessed here: https://redcap.link/GenderEmpower, or through the QR code shared here
|
|
|
|
From the Department of Health – COVID-19 Collaborative Partnership
Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant – Feedback Opportunity
The Department of Health (DOH) receives funding each year from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), including a grant called the Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant. The purpose of the grant is to address public health needs through innovative and locally defined programs. We invite you to join us for a community conversation to share your feedback on the following:
- Our planned program activities for the next grant cycle
- How we can better inform our work through local solutions and with a wider range of community partners
-
Feedback will be utilized to
- To guide the programs that DOH funds with this block grant
- Identify ways to better improve engagement
-
Meeting Details: To better accommodate scheduling needs, we are offering two meeting times. Please choose the one meeting time that works best for you. Both meetings will have the same content. Please RSVP to Emma Wolf at wolf@doh.wa.gov or 564.999.3217 and specify which date you will be attending
- Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (PDT) via Zoom
- Wednesday, May 18, 2022, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (PDT) via Zoom
-
Language interpretation is available! Please contact Emma Wolf with your access needs at least 10 business days before the meeting date. We may not be able to honor requests that we receive with less than 72 hours’ notice before the event. Compensation is available! Attendees to receive a $30 gift card in appreciation of your time and expertise..
Can’t make it to a meeting? No worries, you can still provide feedback! Copies of the draft grant application are available from the Department of Health by phone: 564-999-3217, or email: emma.wolf@doh.wa.gov. We will accept written comments until 5:00 p.m. on May 18, 2022. If you prefer, we can also arrange time for you to provide feedback over the phone.
More about the Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant:
The grant currently funds three programs:
-
Birth Equity Project: This project seeks to improve maternal and birth outcomes in communities that have inequalities in these outcomes: American Indian and Alaska Native, Black and African American, and Pacific Islander communities. The birth equity project invests in community-rooted services and expertise. Currently the project funds three local birth equity programs across the state.
-
Health Literacy: It is the responsibility of the organization delivering the health services to provide information that is easy to understand and accessible. The goal of this program is to improve the health literacy of the population. Program activities are focused on developing the skills and abilities of the public health workforce, such as teaching DOH staff to plan, implement, and evaluate health interventions that promote health literacy.
-
Sexual Violence Prevention: The objective of this program is to reduce sexual violence. Primary prevention activities include skill-building and changing social norms to foster environments where sexual violence is unacceptable. This program includes a social marketing campaign that has been implemented in 13 middle schools in six counties to date.
|
|
Healthy Youth Survey - Partners Feedback
Share your feedback on The Washington State Healthy Youth Survey. Biennial partner meetings are scheduled for mid May-June and will provide an opportunity for feedback on 2023 survey questions.
Partner feedback meetings will be held online via Zoom. Registration is required. A detailed agenda and materials will be distributed one week prior to the meetings. The agenda will be identical for both dates, so you do not need to attend both meetings.
Meeting dates are:
Thursday, May 12, Zoom 8:30 am -5:00 pm. Register Here. Thursday, June 9, Zoom, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. Register Here.
Topics include:
- Lifetime and current alcohol, tobacco and other drug (ATOD) use
- Other alcohol questions
- Other tobacco questions
- Other marijuana questions
- Other ATOD use (Prescription, general ATOD questions, school use)
- Nutrition, fitness, height and weight
- Mental health, social and emotional, and quality of life
- Bullying and harassment
- Disability, health conditions and care, sleep
- Peer-individual risk and protective factors
- Abuse
- Community risk and protective factors
- Sexual behavior
- Safety, fighting, gangs, gambling
- Demographics and miscellaneous (e.g., work, honesty)
- School support, prevention, attendance
- School risk and protective factors
- Family risk and protective factors
- COVID
If you are not able to attend the meetings you can still offer feedback. Please offer feedback here.
|
|
|
|
Interested in serving on Commissions and Boards?
Monthly Upcoming Appointment Opportunities
Washington is home to vibrant communities and diverse Washingtonians who all have unique talents, skills and experiences. Governor Inslee places a high priority on boards, commissions, and agencies that are reflective of the diverse make-up of Washington and that utilize the impressive talent of Washingtonians. We are always seeking skilled and experienced individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds to participate in boards and commissions ensuring an effective and representative government.
We are excited to share the highlighted Current and Upcoming Gubernatorial Appointment Opportunities.
As someone with deep roots in your respective communities and organizations, we hope that you will share these opportunities. Anyone interested in being appointed will need to fill out this Application. Please explore the Boards and Commissions Profiles if you are interested in learning more about the many opportunities to get involved!
Thank you for your assistance in helping Governor Inslee find well-rounded candidates with significant talent and diverse experiences. Please feel free to reach out to Boards and Commissions staff with any questions you might have. Thank you for your time.
|
Say It Out Loud Conference
Join us on Thursday, May 26 for the 21st Annual Say It Out Loud Conference! SIOL is a conference committed to increasing competency in serving LGBTQ+ individuals, families, and communities. This year's conference theme, "We Are Family", is meant to honor and recognize the many structures and diverse expression of families there are, biological and chosen.
LOCATION
Virtual
REGISTRATION
General Registration is FREE!
SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at the 2022 SIOL Conference? Find out more information here: Sponsor/Exhibitor Information.
MORE INFORMATION
Visit the Say It Out Loud conference website for additional information.
|
|
|
Jobs Opportunities for LGBTQ Washingtonians
Check out the list of job opportunities for the community on our Careers Opportunities page by visiting this link.
We are excited to share job postings sent to the LGBTQ Commission. There are three requirements to be included on our page:
- The job needs to be able to be done in Washington State (virtual works)
- The business must have an inclusivity and/or equal opportunity statement
- The job posting must include a salary range.
Please send any job opportunity to share with the community to our Program Manager, Tracey Carlos (she/her) to tracey.carlos@lgbtq.wa.gov
|
|
|
|
|
