How to Get Involved
RAIN is a Business Resource Group for LGBTQ+ and allies working for the State of Washington. With supervisor permission, employees are able to use 2-3 hours of work time every month to participate.
General Membership Meetings are open to all state employees. They are currently via zoom and scheduled every third Thursday of the month 2–4 p.m., followed by committee work time 4–5 p.m.
Email RAIN@ofm.wa.gov for more information on our upcoming meetings.
New to the group? Consider arriving a few minutes early to talk with the co-chairs about areas you might like to get involved! We also offer time at the beginning of the meeting for new members to introduce themselves (completely voluntary).
Leadership: Elections are held annually for the four officer positions. There are also many leadership opportunities to co-chair a subcommittee or represent RAIN at events and trainings on an ongoing basis.
Currently looking for:
- Training Facilitators
- Communications & Outreach Co-Chair
- Tabling and Speaking Volunteers
Psst... These are great opportunities to gain leadership skills, specialized training, and just plain skills... If you're interested in self-fulfillment and ways to build your resume, please contact us at rain@ofm.wa.gov.
Contact and Connect
- Questions and feedback: RAIN@ofm.wa.gov
- You can get email updates about RAIN by joining our GovDelivery email list.
Sharing a state employment opportunity?
Fill out our job listing request form and we will share your listing with our network.
Hey Folks! Please Note: RAIN only shares Washington State Employee and Washington Institutions of Higher Education job opportunities. We email listings twice a month to our members and depending on job closing dates we may not be able to get to a posting in time. Please submit with as much advance notice as possible. We appreciate it!
Ask RAIN to attend your event!
RAIN offers a RAIN 101 presentation (about 20 mins) for state agencies to learn more about RAIN, what we do, and how to get involved. We also have experienced speakers that can attend panels or speak to more specific topics. RAIN tables at many events and conferences to promote the BRG. Please fill out the intake form if you are interested.