DVA News
Call for Testimonials: Women Veterans Recognition Day
Published: 06/12/2025
Dear Washington Women Veterans,
As June 12 approaches, we invite you to participate in a special initiative to recognize and honor women veterans in celebration of Women Veterans Recognition Day. This year marks the 77th anniversary of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act… read more
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Published: 06/01/2025
2025 Memorial Day Proclamation & Memorial Day Veteran Events & Observances to Share
Published: 05/26/2025
Memorial Day Events and Observances
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- Memorial Day Ceremony in Capitol Rotunda (Olympia) - May 26 - 10:30 a.m. - 416 Sid Snyder, State Capitol… read more
Flag Lowering - May 15, 2025 (Peace Officers Memorial Day)
Published: 05/15/2025
Flag Lowering - May 15, 2025 (Peace Officers Memorial Day)
Governor Ferguson hereby directs that Washington state and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff on Thursday, May 15, 2025, in recognition of the annual Peace Officers Memorial Day.
WDVA Receives ADA Transportation Van from Kitsap Transit VanLink Program
Published: 05/14/2025
The… read more
PROCLAMATION - Governor's Challenge to Prevent Suicide Among Service Members, Veterans and their Families
Published: 05/12/2025
WHEREAS, suicide is a national public health challenge with… read more
NEWS RELEASE - Governor Ferguson Confirms Commitment to Preventing Suicide Among Washington’s Service Members, Veterans, and Their Families through Governor’s Challenge
Published: 05/12/2025
NEWS RELEASE - Governor Ferguson Confirms Commitment to Preventing Suicide Among Washington’s Service Members, Veterans, and Their Families through Governor’s Challenge
May 12, 2025 - OLYMPIA - Washington State Governor Bob Ferguson recently signed a… read more
2025 May Veteran Voices Newsletter
Published: 05/08/2025
Flag Lowering - May 3-4, 2025 (National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service)
Published: 05/02/2025
Governor Ferguson hereby directs that Washington state and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service.
Flag Directive - May 8, 2025 (Former Supreme Court Justice Susan Owens)
Published: 05/02/2025
Flag Directive - May 8, 2025 (Former Supreme Court Justice Susan Owens)
I am deeply saddened by the death of former Supreme Court Justice Susan Owens, and hereby… read more