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Dear Community,  In the last year, we committed to responding to agency and community need to steer CAPAA through transition by implementing a long-term strategic plan and working to establish permanent staff leadership. Today, we are extremely pleased to announce a major milestone in that work as Governor Ferguson has appointed Jenifer Chao as the next Executive Director of the Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs.  CAPAA continues to be in a perpetual state of growth, challenge, transition — meeting the ever-changing needs of our communities. Jenifer is… Read more

Federal law is changing some Apple Health (Medicaid) rules. Not everyone will be affected and many people will see no change at all. Some changes will begin on specific dates, while others will affect you when you next renew your coverage. Your Apple Health coverage will not automatically end because of these changes. If a change affects you, you will receive a notice explaining what is changing and what you need to do. Some details are still being decided. Check the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) Apple Health changes page for the latest updates.   Apple… Read more

Workforce Southwest Washington, in partnership with the Chuukese Community, is excited to share that the Chuukese Workplace English Program is now underway! Through the EnGen platform, this pilot program provides workplace English instruction designed to address language barriers identified by Chuukese elders and community members. The goal is to help Chuukese adults strengthen their workplace communication skills, build confidence, and expand their access to quality jobs and career pathways. The program is entirely online and can be accessed from a mobile device. Lessons are short and… Read more

Salary: $83,724.00 - $145,000.00 Annually Location: Thurston County – Olympia, WA – With Telework Options In your role as the Executive Director, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to lead a cabinet-level state agency that advises the Governor, Legislature, and state agencies on issues impacting Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander and Asian/Asian American communities across Washington. This role requires managing daily operations including staff, budget, programs, and communications, and advancing a strategic vision grounded in equity and inclusion. You will work closely with Commissioners… Read more