CIEP ALERT Blog Interview with Steve Peck

A New Mission For WSEMA

A NEW MISSION FOR WSEMA

CIEP ALERT Blog: Interview with David Shannon

CIEP ALERT Blog: Interview with David Shannon

Interview with Sue Pniewski, Access and Functional Needs Program Manager, Washington Emergency Management Division

July 26, 2025, marks the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act

Successful Collaboration with Emergency Management

The Coalition on Inclusive Emergency Management (CIEP) has nearly ten years of successful collaboration with emergency managers in Washington State.

Easy Access to Emergency Information

Here's how to find information you need about emergency planning and access and function needs.

State Emergency Plans for Access and Functional Needs

The Coalition on Inclusive Emergency Planning (CIEP) is now documented as a supporting partner in two important plans recently promulgated and filed with the Washington Emergency Management Division (EMD). In both plans, CIEP will provide Access and Functional Needs (AFN) support as part of the response.

A New Format for CIEP Alerts

We’re changing the format of our CIEP Alerts from a quarterly newsletter format to a blog that will be updated regularly.

Hiring for Executive Director

We are hiring for an Executive Director. Learn about the role, responsibilities and how to apply.

Free Inclusive Disaster Preparedness Summit

Pierce County Emergency Management is hosting a free two-day summit on inclusive disaster preparedness. Learn from and connect with other agencies, nonprofits, advocates and people with disabilities.

Learn about the Coalition on Inclusive Emergency Planning

The Coalition on Inclusive Emergency Planning (CIEP) through WASILC works with state, tribal and local emergency management and public health partners to build accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities

You Might Be Our Next Council Member

Do you have a disability or a passion for accessibility? Apply to join the Washington Statewide Independent Living Council.

What’s Ahead: Our 2025 Quarterly Meeting Schedule

Join us for one of our 2025 quarterly meetings. WASILC's meetings are open to the public, and everyone is welcome.

Governor Signs Executive Orders Promoting Inclusion

Governor Inslee signed two executive orders in December that aim to improve accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities.

Learn about our State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)

Learn more about our State Plan for Independent Living and how it guides WASILC's work.