Governor's Interagency Council on Health Disparities

08/25/2026

SAVE THE DATE!📌🗓️
Governor's Interagency Council on Health Disparities Public Meeting
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (approximate)
We invite you to join us! Our meeting will be virtual.
Online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89735286663?pwd=ahowwXMrSbbXKfNppesgMPuWZxYwA9.1
Phone: +1-253-215-8782
Meeting ID: 897 3528 6663
Passcode: 2026

A draft agenda will be available on our website 2 weeks before the meeting: https://healthequity.wa.gov/health-disparities-council-meeting-agendas-minutes-and-material-packets

American Sign Language (ASL) and Spanish interpretation will be available on Zoom during the meeting. Please let us know about any additional needs as soon as possible, such as in-person language assistance, so we can do our best to meet them. Please contact us at [email protected].
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APARTE LA FECHA! 📌🗓️
Reunión Publica del Consejo Interagencial sobre Desigualdades de Salud del Gobernador
Martes, 15 de septiembre del 2026
De 1:00 p.m. a 5:00 p.m. (aproximadamente)

¡Te invitamos a unirte a nosotros! Nuestra reunión tiene opciones tanto presenciales como virtuales.

En línea: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89735286663?pwd=ahowwXMrSbbXKfNppesgMPuWZxYwA9.1
Teléfono: +1-253-215-8782
ID de reunión: 897 3528 6663
Código de acceso: 2026

El borrador de la agenda del día estará disponible en nuestra página web 2 semanas antes de la reunión: https://healthequity.wa.gov/health-disparities-council-meeting-agendas-minutes-and-material-packets

El lenguaje de señas americano (ASL) y la interpretación al español estarán disponibles en Zoom durante la reunión. Por favor, háganos saber sobre cualquier necesidad adicional lo antes posible, como apoyo lingüístico en persona, para que podamos hacer todo lo posible para satisfacerla. Por favor contáctenos a través de Nuestro correo electrónico [email protected].

08/13/2026

The Washington State Board of Health is searching for it's next Executive Director! Please note that recruitment closes on 8/26/2026
This is an opportunity to influence statewide priorities, drive meaningful change, and help create innovative solutions that strengthen the public health system for everyone in Washington State. If you are passionate about public service, systems transformation, and making a measurable difference, the Washington State Board of Health provides an unparalleled platform to lead change at the highest levels of public health in state government.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/.../executive-director...

We are searching for the next Washington State Board of Health Executive Director!

Please note that recruitment closes on 8/26/2026

This is an opportunity to influence statewide priorities, drive meaningful change, and help create innovative solutions that strengthen the public health system for everyone in Washington State. If you are passionate about public service, systems transformation, and making a measurable difference, the Washington State Board of Health provides an unparalleled platform to lead change at the highest levels of public health in state government.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/doh/jobs/5446369-0/executive-director-washington-state-board-of-health-doh8970

06/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our recent council meeting! For those who couldn’t make it, here’s a summary of the meeting for your review. Stay engaged, and we look forward to seeing you at the next one!
https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-06/5.13%20FINAL%20Meeting%20Recap%20ENG.pdf
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¡Gracias a todos los que se unieron a nosotros en nuestra reciente reunión del consejo! Para aquellos que no pudieron asistir, aquí les dejamos un resumen de la reunión para que lo revisen. ¡Manténgase al tanto y esperamos verlo en la próxima!
https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-06/5.13%20FINAL%20Meeting%20Recap%20SPA.pdf

04/22/2026

SAVE THE DATE! 📌

The Governor's Interagency Council on Health Disparities will hold our next public meeting with the Educational Opportunity Gap Oversight and Accountability Committee and the Environmental Justice Council!

🗓️ Wednesday, May 13, 2026
9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (approximate)
We invite you to join us in-person or online.

📍 Physical Location: Asia Pacific Cultural Center
4851 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409

💻 Online: Zoom (meeting link coming soon)

A draft agenda will be available on our website two weeks before the meeting.

American Sign Language (ASL) and Spanish interpretation will be available on Zoom during the meeting. Please let us know about any additional needs as soon as possible, such as in-person language assistance, so we can do our best to meet them. Please contact us at [email protected].

https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-04/Save%20the%20Date%20-%20May%2013%2C%202026.pdf

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APARTE LA FECHA! 📌

El Consejo Interagencial sobre Desigualdades de la Salud del Gobernador llevará a cabo nuestra próxima reunión pública con el Comité de Supervisión y Rendición de Cuentas sobre la Brecha de Oportunidades Educativas y el Consejo de Justicia Ambiental.

🗓️ Miércoles, mayo 13 del 2026
De 9:30 a.m. a 3:00 p.m. (aproximadamente)
Te invitamos a unirte a nosotros en persona o en línea.

📍 Ubicacion Para Atender en Persona: Asia Pacific Cultural Center
4851 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409

💻 En línea: Zoom (enlace próximamente)

El borrador de la agenda del día estará disponible en nuestra página web 2 semanas antes de la reunión.

El lenguaje de señas americano (ASL) y la interpretación al español estarán disponibles en Zoom durante la reunión. Por favor, háganos saber sobre cualquier necesidad adicional lo antes posible, como apoyo lingüístico en persona, para que podamos hacer todo lo posible para satisfacerla. Por favor contáctenos a través de nuestro correo electrónico [email protected].

https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-04/%C2%A1APARTE%20LA%20FECHA%21%20-%20May%2013%2C%202026.pdf

03/27/2026

📖 The “Rooted in Community: 2025 Community Engagement Report” from the Health Disparities Council is here!
Thank you to community members across Washington who shared their experiences, challenges, and strategies on health, well-being, and equity. This report highlights what we learned!
✅ Read the full report:https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-03/2025%20Community%20Engagement%20Report_English.pdf
🤝 Together, we can lift community voices and build a healthier, more equitable Washington for all.

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📖 ¡Ya esta disponible El Reporte de Participación Comunitaria 2025: Arraigado en Comunidad!
Gracias a los miembros de la comunidad de todo Washington que compartieron sus experiencias, desafíos y estrategias en materia de salud, bienestar y equidad.
¡Este informe destaca lo que hemos aprendido!
✅ Lea el reporte completo aquí.https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-03/2025%20Reporte%20de%20Participaci%C3%B3n%20Comunitaria_Espanol.pdf
🤝 Juntos, podemos elevar las voces de la comunidad y construir un Washington más saludable y equitativo para todos.