Thank you, Nikki and Rachel! Dear WAIDF Community, After four years as Executive Director of the Washington Institute for a Democratic Future, Nicole Gomez will be stepping down from her role this summer. Rachel Alger will also be stepping down as Program Director after three years. As we prepare to Read more…
The Class of 2025 spent Saturday, February 15, and Sunday, February 16, in Vancouver and Olympia, connecting with organizations, local and state elected officials on topics including the state budget, education and infrastructure. Our rainy Saturday in Vancouver started off the weekend with fellows learning about the culture and political Read more…
The WAIDF Class of 2025 gathered last weekend in Snohomish and King Counties with learnings focused on themes of labor, transportation, and local government. With discussions ranging from US Highway 2 to affordable housing, to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), we dove deep into the political landscape of the region Read more…
Name and Pronouns: Nancy Canales-Montiel Graduation Year: 2024 Hometown & Current City of Residence: Lynnwood but currently residing in Olympia Current Job: Nonprofit leadership and Political Consultant Title and Employer: Executive Director, WA Student Association With a passion for civic engagement and a commitment to serving communities, Nancy Canales-Montiel serves Read more…
Name and Pronouns: Francis Choe. Him/Her. Graduation Year: 2024 Hometown & Current City of Residence: Honolulu, Hawaii. Redmond, Washington. Current Job Title and Employer: Strategic Advisor to Port of Seattle Commission Vice President Toshiko Hasegawa Having just moved to Washington in August last year, Francis was eager to get involved Read more…