Women's Commission, Washington State |

Our Mission

The Washington State Women’s Commission improves the life of every woman by ensuring equitable opportunities and removing systemic barriers through engagement, advocacy, and public policy, while being inclusive of our diverse populations.

Our Vision

Every woman and girl is healthy, safe, prosperous, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Our Director

In August 2020, Regina Malveaux was appointed to Governor Jay Inslee’s cabinet as Director of the Washington State Women’s Commission. Regina has served as one of our nine inaugural Commissioners for the past two years. Regina has over 20 years of experience as a tenacious advocate for women and children as a non-profit executive, victim’s services provider, community leader and policy advocate.

Previously, Regina served as CEO of YWCA Spokane, Executive Director of YWCA South Hampton Roads, Legal Advocate at YWCA San Diego and founder of the Women’s Legal Center. Through her work... more

What's New

Jun 28 2021 - Addressing the Impacts of COVID-19 on Women

May 10 2021 - No More Stolen Sisters: A Conversation with Indigenous Women Leaders for MMIWG Awareness

Apr 1 2021 - How Gen Z Women are Navigating COVID-19 and an Uncertain Future

Mar 30 2021 - Asian American Women in History & Leadership

Mar 22 2021 - A Conversation with the Black Women Transforming WA Politics

Mar 22 2021 - Recognizing and Overcoming Burnout in the Time of COVID-19

Mar 15 2021 - Celebrating 3 Years of the Washington State Women's Commission

Mar 9 2021 - Reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act

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Women's Commission
PO Box 43113
Olympia, WA 98504-3113
360.902.0382

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