Office of Equity Blog
From Equity to Ownership: Inside the WAACOC 2026 Business Forum & EXPO in Kennewick
The ambient sound of a live DJ, the aroma of a freshly prepared brunch spread, and the energetic chatter of over 30 local vendors filling the hall set the backdrop at the Three Rivers Convention Center on Saturday, August 29, 2026.
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No Veteran Left in the Shadows: How WDVA and the Office of Equity Are Redefining Veteran Services
Last month, at the 9th Annual Serving Those Who Served Conference in Wenatchee, Washington, hundreds of service providers, caseworkers, and state leaders gathered under a shared banner: Save and Transform Lives. But behind the workshops and networking lies a deeper, urgent realization—a safety net is only as strong as its ability to reach every single person who needs it.
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Community, Culture, and Connection: 15th Annual Kent Juneteenth Festival Celebrates Freedom and Access
KENT, Washington — Families, local businesses, and community leaders all gathered under a beautiful summer sky to celebrate the 15th annual Kent Juneteenth festival. The special event was full of fun, friendship, and reflection. It also featured an inspiring speech from Megan Matthews, the Director of the Washington State Office of Equity.
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