The Washington State LGBTQ Commission and the Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network Business Resource Group are so excited to announce the date of the annual raising of the pride flag at the state capitol! This celebration is free and open to the public. Hear from speakers from the legislative, judicial, and executive branches, including Governor Jay Inslee. This marks the third year of Washington state raising the Intersex-Inclusive Progress Pride Flag – we became the first state to do so in 2022. This flag celebrates the diversity of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Please join us June 13^th at 12pm at the flag circle between the State Capitol and the Temple of Justice – 416 Sid Snyder Ave SW, Olympia, WA. 

Please note: the RAIN reception has hit maximum capacity! Thank you to those you RSVPd!

Can’t make it to Olympia? You can watch the pride flag raising ceremony live on TVW!

We hope you can join us!

ATTENTION 2SLGBTQIA+ WASHINGTONIANS! The Washington State LGBTQ+ Survey is now LIVE!

This first-of-its-kind statewide survey aims to understand the characteristics and experiences of LGBTQ+ people in the state of Washington. The research is funded by the Washington LGBTQ Commission and is being designed for LGBTQ+ Washingtonians by LGBTQ+ Washingtonians by a queer research team at Washington State University. The LGBTQ Commission will use the findings to inform their policy recommendations to the Office of the Governor and the Washington State Legislature. Survey participants will be eligible for raffle drawings.

Washington state is among the worst in the nation for the gender pay gap, a reality that stunts our state’s economy and the opportunities for 3.8 million women and girls. The Washington State Women’s Commission is on a mission to change that by bringing together state agencies and legislators with business, labor and academia to co-create solutions that enhance equity and opportunity at every stage of a woman’s career.

Join them as they launch Activate 3.8, a statewide campaign, and hear how women and families have been impacted by the wage gap, and from the leaders who are seeking change. The campaign kickoff is on Friday June 28^th, from 11am-2pm at Nectar Lounge. This Event is FREE and open to the public, click the link to RSVP !

Follow along on Instagram and Facebook for exciting updates about the launch and how you can be a direct part of Activate 3.8: The Pay Equity Tour. We hope to see you soon!

MultiCare’s team of BIPOC and queer researchers is leading paid conversations to explore bisexual Women of Color’s experiences across perinatal healthcare (healthcare during pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum). Sharing your story can help advance health equity and reproductive justice for our community! All folks who participate will be compensated $50.

To learn more or sign up to participate, complete the interest form at https://redcap.link/ThriveInterview or reach out to Deana Williams at HealthEquityResearch@multicare.org.

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.