Jun 30, 2023 · Mission: The Washington State LGBTQ Commission works to improve the state’s interface with the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, two-spirit, and intersex community, identify the needs of its members, and ensuring that there is an effective means of advocating for LGBTQ equity in all aspects of state government.

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The Washington State LGBTQ Commission is proud to present the Washington State LGBTQ History Timeline. This timeline explores LGBTQ historical events and milestones and captures some of the most important developments in LGBTQ rights in our state’s history.

This sections contains general information about the LGBTQ community in Washington state. Several nation-wide surveys have been conducted that show the number of LGBTQ individuals in the USA.

This study explores the connection between the personal and professional attitudes of healthcare students toward LGBT individuals and their professional, demographic, and training characteristics.

After many years of grassroots advocacy, the Washington State LGBTQ Commission was established by the Washington Legislature through SB5356, with Senator Claire Wilson, the first openly lesbian Senator in Washington, as the primary sponsor.

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RAIN (Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network) is the LGBTQ+ Business Resource Group for Washington state employees. We are sponsored by the Washington LGBTQ+ Commission and Washington Office of Financial Management.

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity.

The Washington State LGBTQ Commission works in collaboration with local, grassroots organizations and community groups to reach out to our community. Through partnerships, public town halls, presence at Pride events, speaking engagements, and meeting with LGBTQ Washingtonians, the Commission shares resources and connects the work of diverse ...