Get to know us and what we're working on!

Each subcommittee has its own focus area where they strive to support people with disabilities in state service. If you would like information on how you can get involved, the contact information for the leads of each subcommittee is below.
 

Communications and Marketing Subcommittee

Mission and Goals:

• Ensure that all forms of communication and marketing are accessible and promote universal access throughout the enterprise.
• Provide technical assistance to other BRGs when needed.
• Maintain an engaging and current website that is user-friendly and provides information and resources about DIN and other BRG activities.

Lead: Rachel Webster rachael.webster@esd.wa.gov

Webmaster: A Espinosa-Aguilar amanda.espinosa-aguilar@esd.wa.gov

Disability Justice Subcommittee

Mission and Goals:

• Identify the gaps and barriers for persons with disabilities, including those in additional marginalized communities.
• Increase awareness of the intersectionality of identity(s) for peoples with disabilities.
• Provide trainings and educational materials on issues related to disability justice.

Lead:
Brianna McTeague brianna.mcteague@dnr.wa.gov

Resources, Education, and Policy (REP) Subcommittee

Mission and Goals:

• Partner with employees, leadership, agencies, and legislators to support people with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining employment within the state. This ensures equal opportunity through actively hiring, retaining, and promoting persons with disabilities.
• Create, source, and refine media and training materials that provide disability education and advocacy resources.
• Provide resources including videos, trainings, and educational materials.
• Consult with employees, leadership, agencies, and legislators on disability and inclusion policy, procedures, and training.

Lead:
Denise Clark denise.clark4@dshs.wa.gov