Washington Economic Justice Alliance
ABOUT
WHO WE ARE
Alliance Members
POVERTY IN WA
Information about poverty in WA, the need for the plan.
10-YEAR PLAN
Let’s work together to create a Washington where everyone can thrive.
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Partnering with Community
- Tell us what economic justice means to you, or share your story with us here
- Sign up for our newsletter!
- Follow us on social media
We partner with community organizations to connect them with state and philanthropic resources so they can test and scale recommendations and strategies in the 10-Year Plan to Dismantle Poverty.
Learn more about our partnerships to pilot basic income and the community assembly model in Washington.
Individual Washingtonians
Share your interest in joining the Alliance.
- Apply for our Community Advisory Council. This is a high-commitment opportunity to advise state bodies. Learn more about the Advisory Council.
- Sign up as a Friend of the Alliance. This is a share-what-you-can opportunity. Learn more about Friends of the Alliance.
Share your story: how has poverty impacted you or your community? What solutions are bringing hope?
Other opportunities to get involved with Alliance partners:
Community Organizations & Local Governments
- Invite a member of the EJ Alliance to present.
- Express interest in having an organizational representative join the Community Advisory Council.
- Collaborate with us on Aligned Initiatives.
- Share stories with us: how has poverty impacted your community? What solutions are bringing hope?
- Use the Align Your Actions Toolkit to align your organization’s work and strategy to the 10-Year Plan, then tell us about the actions your organization has taken!
- Donate in-kind support: meeting space, staff time
- Connect the Alliance with your supporters, customers, and networks.
Contact our Strategic Partnerships Director, Livey Beha, at livey.beha@dshs.
Legislators
Work with the Alliance to understand policy solutions grounded in lived experience.
- Join discussions with our Advisory Council and community leaders.
- Support budget and legislative actions that align with the 10-Year Plan.
For more information on how to support the Washington Economic Justice Alliance as a state lawmaker, contact our Senior Director, Lori Pfingst at lori.pfingst@dshs.wa.gov.
State Agency & Staff Leaders
- Support Data Transparency & Accountability
- Invite us in to give a presentation/briefing
- Embed Economic Justice in Agency Policies & Programs
Many state agencies are already connected to the Alliance. For more information on how to support the Washington Economic Justice Alliance as a state agency partner, contact our Senior Program Manager, Livey Beha, at livey.beha@dshs.wa.gov.
Philanthropy
- Fund initiatives aligned with the 10-Year Plan.
- Support leadership development for individuals with lived experience of poverty.
- Invest in policy change efforts that address systemic barriers.
For more information on how to support the Washington Economic Justice Alliance as a philanthropic partner, contact our Innovator-in-Chief, Lindsay Morgan Tracy, at lindsay.tracy@dshs.wa.gov.
Businesses
Economic justice is not just about doing good—it’s good for business. A thriving economy depends on financially stable communities, an empowered workforce, and equitable opportunities for all. Partner with the Economic Justice Alliance to make an impact.
- Sponsor an Event or Program – Gain visibility and show your commitment to economic justice.
- Offer In-Kind Support – Donate meeting space, technology, or professional services.
- Engage Employees – Provide volunteer opportunities, host a lunch-and-learn on economic justice, or encourage employee giving.
- Advocate for Policy Change – Endorse policies that promote equitable wages, affordable housing, and workforce development.
- Align Business Practices – Commit to fair wages, inclusive hiring, and supplier diversity.
- Leverage Your Platform – Share the Alliance’s mission with your customers, clients, and industry peers.
Contact our Senior Program Manager, Livey Beha, at livey.beha@dshs.wa.gov
Tribal Nations
The Alliance is partnering with the Governor’s Office of Indian Affairs and the DSHS Office of Indian Policy to meaningfully partner with Tribal Nations.
Contact (360) 902-7816 for more information and to share your interest in getting involved!
