Governor's Interagency Council on Health Disparities

Governor's Interagency Council on Health Disparities We identify priorities and create recommendations for the Governor and Legislature to eliminate health disparities by race/ethnicity & gender in Washington

We were created by the Legislature through passage of Second Substitute Senate Bill 6197 in 2006. Our primary responsibility is to create an action plan for eliminating health disparities. Statute includes a list of health topics that we are directed to prioritize and address on an incremental basis along with addressing the social determinants of health. We are also responsible for promoting and

facilitating communication, coordination, and collaboration among the public and private sector and communities of color to address disparities. In addition, we gather information to understand how the actions of state government improve or worsen health disparities, and collect information and recommend strategies to improve the availability of culturally and linguistically appropriate information and services within public and private health-related agencies. Lastly, we are responsible for collaborating with the Washington State Board of Health to conduct Health Impact Reviews, which are objective analyses of legislative or budgetary proposals to identify likely impacts on health and health disparities.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our recent council meeting! For those who couldn’t make it, here’s a summary of t...
06/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our recent council meeting! For those who couldn’t make it, here’s a summary of the meeting for your review. Stay engaged, and we look forward to seeing you at the next one!
https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-06/5.13%20FINAL%20Meeting%20Recap%20ENG.pdf
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¡Gracias a todos los que se unieron a nosotros en nuestra reciente reunión del consejo! Para aquellos que no pudieron asistir, aquí les dejamos un resumen de la reunión para que lo revisen. ¡Manténgase al tanto y esperamos verlo en la próxima!
https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-06/5.13%20FINAL%20Meeting%20Recap%20SPA.pdf

SAVE THE DATE! 📌 The Governor's Interagency Council on Health Disparities will hold our next public meeting with the Edu...
04/22/2026

SAVE THE DATE! 📌

The Governor's Interagency Council on Health Disparities will hold our next public meeting with the Educational Opportunity Gap Oversight and Accountability Committee and the Environmental Justice Council!

🗓️ Wednesday, May 13, 2026
9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (approximate)
We invite you to join us in-person or online.

📍 Physical Location: Asia Pacific Cultural Center
4851 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409

💻 Online: Zoom (meeting link coming soon)

A draft agenda will be available on our website two weeks before the meeting.

American Sign Language (ASL) and Spanish interpretation will be available on Zoom during the meeting. Please let us know about any additional needs as soon as possible, such as in-person language assistance, so we can do our best to meet them. Please contact us at [email protected].

https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-04/Save%20the%20Date%20-%20May%2013%2C%202026.pdf

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APARTE LA FECHA! 📌

El Consejo Interagencial sobre Desigualdades de la Salud del Gobernador llevará a cabo nuestra próxima reunión pública con el Comité de Supervisión y Rendición de Cuentas sobre la Brecha de Oportunidades Educativas y el Consejo de Justicia Ambiental.

🗓️ Miércoles, mayo 13 del 2026
De 9:30 a.m. a 3:00 p.m. (aproximadamente)
Te invitamos a unirte a nosotros en persona o en línea.

📍 Ubicacion Para Atender en Persona: Asia Pacific Cultural Center
4851 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409

💻 En línea: Zoom (enlace próximamente)

El borrador de la agenda del día estará disponible en nuestra página web 2 semanas antes de la reunión.

El lenguaje de señas americano (ASL) y la interpretación al español estarán disponibles en Zoom durante la reunión. Por favor, háganos saber sobre cualquier necesidad adicional lo antes posible, como apoyo lingüístico en persona, para que podamos hacer todo lo posible para satisfacerla. Por favor contáctenos a través de nuestro correo electrónico [email protected].

https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-04/%C2%A1APARTE%20LA%20FECHA%21%20-%20May%2013%2C%202026.pdf

03/27/2026

📖 The “Rooted in Community: 2025 Community Engagement Report” from the Health Disparities Council is here!
Thank you to community members across Washington who shared their experiences, challenges, and strategies on health, well-being, and equity. This report highlights what we learned!
✅ Read the full report:https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-03/2025%20Community%20Engagement%20Report_English.pdf
🤝 Together, we can lift community voices and build a healthier, more equitable Washington for all.

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📖 ¡Ya esta disponible El Reporte de Participación Comunitaria 2025: Arraigado en Comunidad!
Gracias a los miembros de la comunidad de todo Washington que compartieron sus experiencias, desafíos y estrategias en materia de salud, bienestar y equidad.
¡Este informe destaca lo que hemos aprendido!
✅ Lea el reporte completo aquí.https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-03/2025%20Reporte%20de%20Participaci%C3%B3n%20Comunitaria_Espanol.pdf
🤝 Juntos, podemos elevar las voces de la comunidad y construir un Washington más saludable y equitativo para todos.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our recent council meeting! For those who couldn’t make it, here’s a summary of t...
03/20/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our recent council meeting! For those who couldn’t make it, here’s a summary of the meeting for your review. Stay engaged, and we look forward to seeing you at the next one!
https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-03/HDC%20Meeting%20Recap%202-24-26%20EN_0.pdf
¡Gracias a todos los que se unieron a nosotros en nuestra reciente reunión del consejo! Para aquellos que no pudieron asistir, aquí les dejamos un resumen de la reunión para que lo revisen. Mantente al tanto y ¡esperamos verte en la próxima!
https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-03/HDC%20Meeting%20Recap%202-24-26%20ES.pdf

SAVE THE DATE!   📌📅 Governor's Interagency Council on Health DisparitiesPublic MeetingTuesday, February 24, 2026 10:30 a...
02/03/2026

SAVE THE DATE! 📌📅
Governor's Interagency Council on Health Disparities
Public Meeting
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (approximate)
We invite you to join us! Our meeting will be virtual.
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Online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84021071635?pwd=hQZ3mQlOfeYJ6oDVm1dNastR0qaAay.1
Phone: +1-253-215-8782
Meeting ID: 840 2107 1635
Passcode: 2026
A draft agenda will be available on our website 2 weeks before the meeting. https://healthequity.wa.gov/health-disparities-council-meeting-agendas-minutes-and-material-packets

Agenda Highlights:
• Community Conversation: Lived Experiences After the December Floods
• Community Education: Keeping Your Family Safe—Lead in Aviation Fuel
• Presentation: Maternal and Family Health
American Sign Language (ASL) and Spanish interpretation will be available on Zoom during the meeting. Please let us know about any additional needs as soon as possible, such as in-person language assistance, so we can do our best to meet them. Please contact us at [email protected].
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APARTE LA FECHA! 📌📅
Reunión Publica del Consejo Interagencial sobre Desigualdades de la Salud del Gobernador
Martes, febrero 24 del 2026
De 10:30 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. (aproximadamente)
¡Te invitamos a unirte a nosotros! Nuestra reunión tiene opciones tanto presenciales como virtuales.
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En línea: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84021071635?pwd=hQZ3mQlOfeYJ6oDVm1dNastR0qaAay.1
Teléfono: +1-253-215-8782
ID de reunión: 840 2107 1635
Código de acceso: 2026
El borrador de la agenda del día estará disponible en nuestra página web 2 semanas antes de la reunión. https://healthequity.wa.gov/health-disparities-council-meeting-agendas-minutes-and-material-packets

Puntos destacados de la agenda:
• Conversación comunitaria: Experiencias vividas tras las inundaciones de diciembre
• Educación comunitaria: Cómo proteger a su familia—El plomo en el combustible de aviación
• Presentación: Salud materna y familiar
El lenguaje de señas americano (ASL) y la interpretación al español estarán disponibles en Zoom durante la reunión. Por favor, háganos saber sobre cualquier necesidad adicional lo antes posible, como apoyo lingüístico en persona, para que podamos hacer todo lo posible para satisfacerla. Por favor contáctenos a través de Nuestro correo electrónico [email protected].

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our recent council meeting! For those who couldn’t make it, here's a summary of t...
10/15/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our recent council meeting! For those who couldn’t make it, here's a summary of the meeting for your review. Stay engaged, and we look forward to seeing you at the next one!
https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2025-10/9.30%20HDC%20Meeting%20Summary%20-%20ENG.pdf

¡Gracias a todos los que se unieron a nosotros en nuestra reciente reunión del consejo! Para aquellos que no pudieron asistir, aquí les dejamos un resumen de la reunión para que lo revisen. Mantente al tanto y ¡esperamos verte en la próxima!
https://healthequity.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2025-10/9.30%20HDC%20Meeting%20Summary%20-%20SPA.pdf

The proposed final agenda is now available for the September 30 regular public meeting of the Governor's Interagency Cou...
09/23/2025

The proposed final agenda is now available for the September 30 regular public meeting of the Governor's Interagency Council on Health Disparities. We encourage everyone to join! The meeting has both in-person and virtual options.
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La agenda final ya esta disponible para la reunión publica ordinaria del 30 de septiembre del Consejo Interagencial sobre Desigualdades de la Salud del Gobernador!¡Animamos a todos a unirse! La reunión tiene opciones tanto en persona como virtual.

Meeting Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 Meeting Location: This is a hybrid meeting that the public is welcome to attend in-person or virtually via the Zoom platform.

The draft agenda is now available for the Governor's Interagency Council on Health Disparities September 30 regular publ...
09/16/2025

The draft agenda is now available for the Governor's Interagency Council on Health Disparities September 30 regular public meeting. We encourage everyone to join! The meeting has both in-person and virtual options.
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El borrador de la agenda ya esta disponible para la reunión publica ordinaria del 30 de septiembre del Consejo Interagencial sobre Desigualdades de la Salud del Gobernador!¡Animamos a todos a unirse! La reunión tiene opciones tanto en persona como virtual.

Meeting Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 Meeting Location: This is a hybrid meeting that the public is welcome to attend in-person or virtually via the Zoom platform. 

SAVE THE DATE!   We invite you to join us at The Governor’s Interagency Council on Health Disparities Public Meeting on ...
09/11/2025

SAVE THE DATE!

We invite you to join us at The Governor’s Interagency Council on Health Disparities Public Meeting on Tuesday, September 30th, 2025 from approximately 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Join us in-person or online. Check out the details in the flyer below.

We hope to see you there!
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¡APARTE LA FECHA!

Te invitamos a unirte a nosotros en la Reunión Pública del Consejo Interagencial sobre Desigualdades de la Salud del Gobernador el martes 30 de septiembre de 2025, de aproximadamente 9:30 a.m. a 5:00 p.m.

Únete a nosotros en persona o en línea. Revisa los detalles en el folleto a continuación.

¡Esperamos verte allí!

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our recent council meeting! For those who couldn’t make it, visit https://healthe...
06/10/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our recent council meeting! For those who couldn’t make it, visit https://healthequity.wa.gov/ (Home Page Announcements) for a summary of the May 20, 2025 Governor’s Interagency Council on Health Disparities public meeting. Stay engaged, and we look forward to seeing you at the next one!

¡Gracias a todos los que se unieron a nosotros en nuestra reciente reunión del consejo! Para aquellos que no pudieron asistir, visita https://healthequity.wa.gov/ para el resumen de la reunión pública del Consejo Interagencial sobre Desigualdades de Salud del Gobernador del 20 de mayo de 2025. Mantente al tanto y ¡esperamos verte en la próxima!

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