Hello, WIN Members! Starting this month, I am serving as editor of the WIN Newsletter. I am excited to learn more about the Network and share information with all of you to help promote WIN. I want to share your news and tell your stories by helping write, edit, and publish. Please send your ideas to me, Todd Baker, for inclusion in future newsletters and bulletins.
Thanks to Colin Helsley for your great work as editor over the past few years and for helping me learn. Well done!
Sincerely, Todd Baker
WIN's Mentoring Program Now Accepting New Mentees
Are you new to state service?
Are you seeking guidance on how to manage your career goals?
Do you need someone to talk to and share ideas with?
If yes, then WIN's Mentoring Program maybe a good resource for you. We have mentors from several state agencies from various ethnic backgrounds with varied expertise and experiences, including multilingual. You can view WIN's list of eligible mentors to see if there is someone whose career experience and background would be a good match. After reviewing the mentor's profiles, you can submit your mentoring request here.
Photo: Some of the WIN mentors who gathered online January 17th to talk about the program.
Questions about the Mentor Program? Please reach out to Joanne Lee, Past Chair & Mentoring Program Administrator at Washington Immigrant Network, at joanne.lee@des.wa.gov.
The Membership Outreach Subcommittee oversees and manages WIN BRG outreach efforts through various agencies and communities. The team is responsible for coordinating outreach events and oversees all immigrant and allies’ membership outreach and retention.
Governor Inslee’s 2022 Equity Summit: Working Together for Results
November 30, 2022
On November 30th, approximately 2,000 community members and state employees came together in-person and virtually to help lay a strong foundation for achieving equity across Washington state government, now and for generations to come.
A Post Summit Report is now available that includes links to all Summit videos and session recordings along with the Washington State 2023 Plan.
WIN June 2023 Annual Event Planning Committee Volunteers
We are looking for members to participate in planning for WIN BRG June annual event. Please contact Sally Elliott, WIN co-chair at YOUS235@lni.wa.gov if you would like more information or would like to volunteer as part of the WIN 2023 annual planning committee.
L&I is excited to have Nadia Damchii from DSHS talk about Tsagaan Sar, also known as Mongolian Lunar New Year.
Tsagaan Sar translates to “White Moon,” and this traditional Mongolian festival is a time to gather with extended family members and welcome the coming spring season.
L&I is hosting this short event, but everyone is welcome to participate.
This month's meeting features L&I's Cletus Nnanabu, Crime Victim Compensation Program Manager.
General Membership is open to all current Washington State employees, including full-time, part-time, hourly, and salaried employees who are committed to supporting and advancing the mission of WIN.
The Office of Equity invites you to join us in 2023, beginning February 8, from 11:00 –12:00pm for our Real Talk! sessions and from 12:00–12:30 pm for our Post Talks, where we will have an interactive discussion on the Real Talk! Topic.
We invite you to lean in, be curious, and engage in honest dialogue about racial equity, justice, and belonging to co-create a state government system that works for everyone.
Hosts: Christina Pourarien and Gwen Willis, Professional Development
If you would like to practice public speaking, please sign up for Washington Immigrant Network’s “WIN-Public Speaking Group.” Our goal is to help develop the professional skill of effectively speaking in front of groups of people in meetings or other events. This is a supportive and inclusive environment where we will comfortably engage in speaking and evaluation activities. Please have a two-minute speech prepared that you would like to receive feedback on. Feedback will be provided by those who are in attendance through an objective evaluation. The schedule will depend on the number of people we have signed up for each date.
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has current openings for entry-level up to experienced inspector positions.
To help job seekers take their first step in starting a career at L&I, the department is hosting at career fair from 2-7 p.m. Feb. 22. The in-person event will be held at L&I headquarters, 7273 Linderson Way SW, Tumwater.
Like many other agency’s L&I provide great pay, benefits, and paid time off. They have a work-life balance that puts your life first. Working for L&I is also an opportunity to help people and your community.
You can register for the fair to receive more information and reminders. It’s not required, you can just show up on Feb. 22.
Veterans Employee Resource Group (VERG) Hiring Event
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
9am-5pm and 5:30pm-7:30pm
Your Washington State VERG is excited to announce that we are preparing to launch the Inaugural Washington State Agency Hiring Event on Joint Base Lewis McChord on March 28, from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm. This event is open to current Washington State National Guard, transitioning Service Members, and their families. Your VERG is partnering with various state agencies, Hiring Our Heroes, Washington State National Guard, and other organizations to provide transitioning Service Members and their families an opportunity to speak with Recruiters, Hiring Managers, and current Veteran state employees and gain insight to the various roles and benefits within state government.
Statewide business resource groups (BRGs) bring together groups of employees and their allies who have a common interest or characteristic. All BRGs have a charter, mission, goals and bylaws and contribute to an overall statewide business strategy. BRG members bring their unique knowledge and perspectives, making them an asset to state business needs, such as recruitment and retention. (OFM.wa.gov/BRGs)
Support the professional development of immigrant state employees. Recommend strategies to advance recruitment, retention, career progression and leadership development. Educate state agencies on the experience, skills and knowledge of immigrants and the value of a diverse workforce.
WHAT WE DO:
Provide a support structure, educational resources and leadership assistance for immigrant state employees. Encourage immigrants to consider the state as an employer of choice through inter-agency and external outreach activities. Serve as a resource for the Office of Financial Management, State Human Resources division and state agencies in creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.
