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PRESS RELEASE - Outstanding Service to Veterans Award Recipients Recognized for Their Dedication and Commitment

Published: 11/07/2024

PRESS RELEASE

Outstanding Service to Veterans Award Recipients Recognized for Their Dedication and Commitment

Olympia, WA – Olympia, WA – The Governor's… read more

Veterans Day Proclamation and Events - 2024

Published: 11/06/2024

WHEREAS, our veterans are brave and selfless individuals who, when duty called, willingly put themselves in harm's way to defend the lives and liberty of others; and
WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of the people who served in the Armed Forces have been vital in maintaining our freedoms and way of life; and
WHEREAS, their unwavering patriotism and enduring devotion to the… read more

NOMINATE A LOCAL HERO FOR A CITIZEN HONOR AWARD

Published: 11/05/2024

NOMINATE A LOCAL HERO FOR A CITIZEN HONOR AWARD

Heroes walk among us every day—many who have never worn a uniform. Acts of service often happen quietly, as people step up to help others, take action in crisis, or give selflessly for the greater good. These moments of courage and sacrifice change lives, and the same spirit of service… read more

MEDIA ADVISORY: Join the Veterans Employee Resource Group’s Veterans Day Ceremony: "A Legacy of Loyalty and Service" in the Legislative Building in Olympia

Published: 11/04/2024

November 4, 2024

Join the Veterans Employee Resource Group’s Veterans Day Ceremony: "A Legacy of Loyalty and Service" in the Legislative… read more

Veteran Buddy Check Week 21 - 25 October! Take the pledge and reach out to 10!

Published: 10/21/2024

Veteran Buddy Check Week 21 - 25 October! Take the pledge and reach out to 10!

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NEWS RELEASE - Washington Department of Veterans Affairs is working with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to prevent Veteran suicide in Washington state.  

Published: 10/18/2024

October 18, 2024

Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is working with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to prevent Veteran suicide in Washington state.  

Statewide: Through the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program (SSG Fox SPGP), WDVA was recently awarded $750,000… read more

WDVA recognized by the U.S.A. Vietnam War Commemoration

Published: 10/17/2024

WDVA's efforts in honoring Veterans of the Vietnam era have been recognized by the U.S.A. Vietnam War Commemoration. Our actions, such as our Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans events and our pinning event in Spokane, have placed WDVA in the top 15th percentile of commemorative partners across the nation. Thank you all for helping WDVA continue to lead the way in Serving Those Who Served!

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Recap - 2024 Serving Those Who Served Conference

Published: 10/15/2024

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2024 Oct Veteran Voices - WA Dept of Veterans Affairs

Published: 10/10/2024

Please enjoy the latest edition of our Veteran Voices newsletter!

To view this month's newsletter, please visit: 2024 Oct Veteran Voices - WA Dept of Veterans Affairs (govdelivery.com)

In this edition we cover:

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LEARN MORE - Career Pathway to Nursing - Washington Veterans Home in Port Orchard

Published: 10/09/2024

Career Pathway to Nursing - Washington Veterans Home in Port Orchard

  • Hired! NAC In-Training - Be hired in a full-time, in-Training position with full state benefits! Work while you train to be a Nursing Assistant at the DVA Nursing Assistant Academy.
  • Nursing Pre-requisites - While working as an NAC, Complete all Nursing school pre-requisite courses through… read more