Past Events

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WIN general meeting

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.

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Meeting ID: 867 8744 7524
Passcode: 312248

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Louder Together Intersectionality in Uncertain Times

 

The Office of Equity and Washington State's Community-Focused Commissions invite you to participate in a panel discussion for WA State Employees. Come join us at this virtual panel discussion to spotlight the importance of intersectionality in coalition-building, community support, and systems change.

Event Date & Time: March 26, 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
 

Online Meeting Information

Webinar Link: https://ofm-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/89318055087  ASL Interpretation will be available. 

To submit questions to the panel and request accommodations fill out this survey.

For event details, head to wsec.wa.gov/upcoming-events
 

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WIN general meeting

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.

Online Meeting Information

Join Zoom Meeting

Meeting ID: 867 8744 7524

Passcode: 312248

Time: 12 - 1 p.m.

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Unlock Your Potential By Joining Our Transferable Skills Workshop. 

Do you need help to take the next step in your professional journey? Our Career & Professional Subcommittee is excited to provide a wonderful opportunity to enhance your career in state service. The Transferable Skills Workshop is designed to help you open a gateway to your path in career advancement or career change.
Let us help you to showcase your skills and boost your employability by finding your transferable skills. This 1-hour workshop will include some of the following topics: how to identify your transferable skills, mapping your skills, an assessment to get you started, and more.

Hosts: Career & Professional Development Committee  
Gina O’Neill, Gwen Willis, Laura Villegas, Janet Kiwanuka & Anastassia Hunte Gardner

When: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025 


Register for Workshop


Note: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Check out our upcoming newsletters and special announcement emails for registration dates for the future workshops.
Future workshop topics:
1.    Belonging (focus on immigrant experience)
2.    Cultural Competency
3.    Public Speaking
 

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When: 1-2 p.m. on the third Wednesdays of the month from January through June.


Series Information:
Jan. 15: Job application process
• Feb. 19: Self-care is foundational to engaging as your 'authentic' self
• March 19: Self-confidence to start a pathway towards leadership
• April 16: Navigating power dynamics
• May 21: Vision boards
• June 18: Networking panel discussion

All sessions are open to everyone; however, missing a session may be confusing, as the program sessions may build upon previous sessions. Participants can maximize the experience if able to attend all sessions. Sessions will not be recorded. HAPPEN will provide interpreters and/or CART services upon request.


Click here to add the series to your calendar
 


Please contact the Leadership Development Lead, Lynora Hirata (360) 480-5381 with questions or to request interpreters and/or CART services. For more information about HAPPEN, check out their website.
 

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Speak Up: Your Voice Matters - A Communication Confidence Coaching Series for Asian Americans (AA-NH-PI)  
Following the fireside chat, Jolene will be hosting three AA-NH-PI coaching workshops. We invite you to join our communication confidence coaching series tailored specifically for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islanders. This program is designed to help you overcome barriers, be heard, and be seen personally and professionally. Sign up elevate your confidence, showcase your value, and realize that people want to hear from you. This series will provide practical strategies, empowering exercises, and supportive community interactions to foster a more confident and outspoken you. 

Please plan on attending all coaching sessions. Seats are limited to 50 attendees, so register today! 

Click to register for all three sessions

AA-NH-PI Coaching PT 1- February 12th 10-12pm  
AA-NH-PI Coaching PT 2- February 26th 10-12pm  
AA-NH-PI Coaching PT 3- March 12th 10-12pm  

Let’s start the crucial work of talking, learning, and coming together to create a unified front for equity and inclusion.  
 

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WIN general meeting

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.

Online Meeting Information

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86787447524?pwd=aTdsWXFpU3JrUEVLYlBhNjlDNVRLdz09

Meeting ID: 867 8744 7524

Passcode: 312248

Time: 12 - 1 p.m.

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Join us for WIN's Membership Networking New Year's Potluck!

Bring your favorite dish and a friend!

Location: 
Office of Administrative Hearings
Large Hearing Room, 1st Floor
2420 Bristol Ct. SW
Olympia, WA 98504

Date & Time:
January 23, 2025
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

WIN's New Year's Potluck image
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The Office of Equity is excited to host another amazing webinar series as part of our Equity Learning Series. This series will feature speaker Jolene Jang who will create a collaborative environment to discuss Black and Asian Perspectives. 

Join us for an impactful session where we kick off with a fireside chat with our Director Megan Matthews and Asian American Ambassador Jolene Jang as they lead a raw and unfiltered discussion on the current challenges facing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). We'll explore the importance of solidarity, understanding, and mutual support between Black and Asian American communities. This meeting aims to model the openness and vulnerability we wish to see in our organization and beyond.  

Click to register for January 15, 2025

Topics:  

  • Embracing Authenticity and Identity: Discover how your history, culture, and identity shape who you are and why bringing your whole self to the table is essential.   
  • Leading with Vulnerability: Understand the power of vulnerability in leadership and how it fosters acceptance and unity among diverse groups.   
  • Black and Asian Solidarity: Learn from historical examples of Black and Asian solidarity, exploring commonalities and shared struggles to build stronger alliances.  

Seats are limited to 500 attendees so register today! 

  • January 15, 2025 – 10am – 12pm: Fireside Chat with Office of Equity Director Megan Matthews and Speaker Jolene Jang   
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Please join us in congratulating Indira Melgarejo as she transitions from OFM State HR as our BRG Coordinator to into her dream job of being a Mental Health Therapist in the private sector. 
 
Over the last 3 years Indira has positively impacted thousands of lives by laying the foundation and consultation for all of the. Your brilliance will be missed by all of us.
 
OFM staff and all BRG members will be invited to celebrate Indira and give her flowers and well wishes on Jan. 13 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the L& I Auditorium 7273 Linderson Way SW Tumwater, WA 98501
 
This will be a potluck event so please bring your favorite dish to share with everyone.
 
We look forward to seeing you.

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A headshot of Attorney General Elect Nick Brown smiling.

During this season of transition each BRG has reached out with questions regarding the new administration’s vision and how they will support the communities that you represent.


We heard you and in response we have arranged a 30 min meeting for all state employee BRG members to listen to Attorney General Elect Nick Brown this Thursday, January 9th, from 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.  


AG-Elect Brown will share his vision, mission, and priorities on how the AG’s Office and Team will support all Washingtonians. We hope there is time for a question-and-answer session. 


We know that this is a short turn-around time and want to acknowledge the impact that may cause to your workflow, but we wanted to make sure this meeting occurred before the busy legislative session begins.


The Office of the Attorney General has many responsibilities that impact the lives of all Washingtonians, including:
• Proposing legislation to further protect families and children and provide clear, just and enforceable laws.
• Conducting education campaigns consistent with the policy goals of the office.
• Representing the State of Washington before the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals, and trial courts in all the cases involving the state’s interest and defends in court state officers or employees ethically acting in their official capacities.
• Protecting the public by upholding the Consumer Protection Act and enforcing laws against anti-competitive business practices.


Don't miss this opportunity to hear from the incoming Attorney General.

Register for meeting with Attorney General Elect Nick Brown.

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WIN general meeting

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.

Online Meeting Information

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86787447524?pwd=aTdsWXFpU3JrUEVLYlBhNjlDNVRLdz09

Meeting ID: 867 8744 7524

Passcode: 312248

Time: 12 - 1 p.m.