The purpose and mission of People First of Washington
is to assist all
people to realize and appreciate that we are PEOPLE FIRST and our
disabilities are secondary. We are equal citizens in our communities.
If you answered yes to these questions, we encourage you to click below for more information and to complete the attached application! Applications should be submitted to Lizzie Johnston, Personnel Committee Chair, by August 20th, 2025 for a September 2025 start date.
Register Here for Bridge Forward Event
This free gathering brings together individuals with lived experience, families, providers, policymakers, and community partners from across the state and beyond to raise awareness, share challenges and successes, and chart a path forward together.
The first two days (July 24th and July 25th) of the gathering will be conference-style and include presentations and breakout sessions. The second part of the conference will be interactive. Attendees will join one of two sessions (July 31st or August 1st) to plan the future of behavioral health and developmental disability supports in Washington.
If you have questions or need support to register, please contact the Council at:
info@ddc.wa.gov
or call:
People First of Washington
P.O. Box 11953
Olympia, WA 98508
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