Welcome

Welcome to the Community Compensation page!  We are excited to share important information about how to engage with communities across Washington State. Community members play a significant role in shaping public policy, and now Washington has a way to provide compensation to our valued volunteers.  
At the heart of this platform is Senate Bill 5793 (SB 5793), the innovative legislation that directs state agencies to compensate individuals who participate in state-hosted workgroups and have been left out of policy discussions. This includes those impacted by the foster care system, housing insecurity, and the justice system. We deeply value the insights of individuals who have direct experience with the various challenges, as they offer critical perspectives on how state policies impact real lives.  

To navigate the new community compensation website, use the menu on the left, which features drop-downs for major guideline topics. Feel free to explore the new layout, and if you have any questions, you can reach out to us via email -  LivedExperience@equity.wa.gov 
 

Navigate this plan via the menu to the left, or download the PDF here.