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A Voice for Women and Girls in Washington

The Women’s Commission works to ensure state policies and programs reflect and respond to the real needs of women and girls, particularly those from historically excluded communities.

Our Focus Areas

Through targeted initiatives in Health, Safety, and Economic Well-Being, we inform policy and systems change—while our Resource Center helps connect women to the programs and support they need.

Safety

Supporting survivors and eradicating all forms of gender-based violence.

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Health

Working for health equity, bodily autonomy, and funding for services.

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Economic Well-Being

Promoting economic opportunity and security for all Washington women.

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Resource Center

Information and opportunities that benefit, support, and uplift women.

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2026 Legislative Session

Overview

Our Priorities & Approach

Learn about our 2026 policy priorities, access our live bill tracker, and find resources to participate in the legislative process.

Policy & Advocacy
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Improving Access to Washington’s Abortion Medication Stockpile Bill

This bill clarifies authority and removes barriers so the state can distribute abortion medications when needed, before medications expire or access is disrupted.

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Black Women in the Public Sector

In partnership with Blacks United in Leadership & Diversity (BUILD), the Commission is collecting real stories from Black women working in the public sector through March 15th. Responses will be used to inform to a practical guidance for workplace change.

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Photos of each of our 8 interview subjects with text in the middle that reads: Your Stories: Messages from Women Across the State

Community Voices

Your Stories: Messages from Women Across the State

Between October and December 2025, we reached out to women across the state experiencing some of the most pressing issues of the current moment. We shared this video with our women lawmakers the first week of the 2026 legislative session. Now, we are honored to share the stories of these 8 incredible women with you.

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News & Reports

The latest stories, statistics, and updates reflecting the experiences of women and guiding the work of the Commission.

 

Women's History Month proclamation document
Governor Ferguson Honors Women’s History Month with Official Proclamation
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Policy lead Samantha Grono shares testimony in support of SB 5917
Policy Work
Bill Improving Access to Washington’s Abortion Stockpile Clears Legislature
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Young Girl Scout stands on the steps of the Washington temple of Justice among large crowd of people. She stares admiringly at the large building.
Events
Girls on the Hill: 140+ Young Leaders Step Into the Capitol
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