DVA News
Purple Heart State - Washington Purple Heart Sign Campaign
Published: 02/16/2022
You can help recognize Washington
as a Purple Heart State
Donate today!
All Individuals and Organizations are invited to donate to thank and honor Veterans who were killed or wounded and received a Purple Heart in service to their country. Donations in any amount are welcome and every donation counts!
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WDVA Podcast: Suicide Prevention & Getting to Know WDVA's Newest Suicide Prevention Peer Specialist
Published: 02/14/2022
WDVA Podcast: Suicide Prevention & Getting to Know WDVA's Newest Suicide Prevention Peer Specialist
The first episode of 2022 for the WDVA Podcast is here! Michael Badgley, WDVA's newest Suicide Prevention Peer Specialist, joins the show to talk about suicide prevention, including his own personal story with it.
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Directors Message - Suicide Prevention Program Campaign
Published: 02/09/2022
Dear Washington Residents,
We need your help to end suicide among Service Members, Veterans and their Families (SMVF). With the rates of SMVF suicides showing no decrease in recent years, we need to work together to support our Veteran and Military community.
Brief History of Black Veterans - WDVA
Published: 02/04/2022
Despite their constant presence in even the earliest iterations of the nation’s armed forces, the service of a Black individual has only recently been measured equally against that of a white servicemember. Though more visceral and violent acts of discrimination may have greatly diminished in our modern era, there’s still advancement to be made.
Honoring Black History Month - Black Health and Wellness
Published: 02/02/2022
Suicide Prevention Program Logo Contest
Published: 02/01/2022
Calling all Washington Residents!
Do you have a love for art or design, enjoy working with our military communities, and want to be a part of the suicide prevention efforts in Washington state?
The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs is hosting a branding competition,… read more
Wednesday - Military Spouses: Navigating Your (Often Untraditional) Career Path - Free Workshop Webinar
Published: 01/24/2022
#MilitarySpouses! Join our Military Spouse Program Coordinator, Olivia Burley this Wednesday, January 26 at 11 am PST for a FREE Workshop Webinar on Navigating Your (Often Untraditional) Career Path.
We'll discuss the following AND share resources on how you can kickstart - or restart - your career.
▶ The role of career objectives in your planning
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Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Published: 01/17/2022
On this day, and on the third Monday of each January since 1986, millions of people across America celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in a national holiday of remembrance and service. His spirit lives on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. where he gave his “I have a Dream” speech in front of over 200,000 people… read more
LGBTQIA+ Veterans Outreach Coordinator - Robin Lang
Published: 01/15/2022
VIDEO - WDVA LGBTQ+ Veterans Outreach Coordinator - https://youtu.be/a3iPbL-FSDA
Robin Lang is WDVA's first LGBTQ+ Veterans Outreach Coordinator, a position created in 2021.
Your Washington Department of Veterans Affairs is committed to a diverse workforce, and an inclusive workspace and understands that diversity and inclusion are… read more
Expiration of Term of Service (ETS)/EAS Sponsorship & Veteran Cultural Competence Training - 10/11 February
Published: 01/14/2022
Support Transitioning Service Members in Your Community
Expiration of Term of Service (ETS)/EAS Sponsorship & Veteran Cultural Competence Training - 10/11 February
The sponsor receives VA-certified training to help connect transitioning service members/Veterans with resources at the local, state, and national level.
ETS-SP leadership and regional contacts serve as a… read more