News from the Washington State Human Rights Commission
Governor Ferguson Signs Executive Order to Support Women in the Workplace Experiencing Perimenopause and Menopause
Wednesday, July 15, 2026Governor Ferguson Signs Executive Order to Support Women in the Workplace Experiencing Perimenopause and Menopause
Video of the event is available here, and photos are available here.
Commissioner Luc Jasmin resigned the Washington State Human Rights Commission
Thursday, July 2, 2026As of July 1, 2026, Commissioner Luc Jasmin resigned the Washington State Human Rights Commission.
WSHRC currently, does not have any further details.
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WSHRC does not use automated calls, robocalls, or prerecorded voice messages to contact you.
Monday, May 4, 2026WSHRC no utiliza llamadas automáticas, llamadas robóticas ni mensajes de voz pregrabados para comunicarse con usted.
Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown host a press conference
Monday, January 26, 2026
Uplift Awards honor Wenatchee Valley social justice champions
Tuesday, January 20, 2026Congratulations to all the recipients, including Wilma Cartagena, Operations Manager for the Washington State Human Rights Commission!
"The individual award for Legacy of Work went to Cartagena, whose career as a civil rights investigator spans over 20 years, was presented her award by city councilman Jose Luis Cuevas, who said her career reflects “a lifelong commitment to inclusive leadership.” She currently serves as operations manager for the Washington State Human Rights Commission, was appointed by Gov. Jay Inslee to the Wenatchee Valley College Board of Trustees in 2021, and is currently the legislative co-chair of the Washington Association of College Trustees."
State Holidays 2026
Monday, January 12, 2026Due to state holidays, the offices of the Washington State Human Rights Commission will be closed on these days:
- January 1st: New Year's Day
- January 19th: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- February 16th: President's Day
- May 25th: Memorial Day
- June 19th: Juneteenth Day
- July 3rd: Independence Day (Observed)
- September 7th: Labor Day
- November 11th: Veterans' Day
- November 26th: Thanksgiving Day
- November 27th: Native American Heritage Day
- December 25th: Christmas Day
Information for Individuals Who Filed Non-Housing Complaints with the EEOC
Wednesday, November 5, 2025If you previously filed a non-housing discrimination complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and would like the Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC) to continue the investigation, please be aware of the following:
Because your complaint was initially filed with the EEOC, WSHRC closed its duplicate file to avoid duplication of effort and conserve state resources. The EEOC has already begun investigating your complaint, and it is the appropriate agency to continue that work.
At this time, WSHRC cannot reopen or assume investigations that are already in progress with the EEOC.
The EEOC has indicated that, during the federal government shutdown, charging parties will not lose their right to pursue discrimination complaints. Once federal operations resume, you can reasonably expect the EEOC to continue processing your case.
For the most current updates, please visit: www.eeoc.gov
Exciting Update: Improving Services for Washington Residents
Monday, January 27, 2025The Washington State Human Rights Commission is thrilled to announce that as of today, our new online case management system is officially live!
This new system represents a significant advancement in our ability to serve the public. It is designed to streamline our processes, enhance efficiency, and improve how we support complainants, their representatives, and respondents throughout the case management journey.
To help ensure a smooth transition, our updated website now includes comprehensive instructions on how to navigate the new system. Additionally, we’ve provided a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section to address common inquiries and help users make the most of the platform.
We are committed to improving access to justice and are excited about how this new system will empower residents across Washington State... more
