Washington – Governor Bob Ferguson has appointed Brittany Gregory as the new director of the Washington State Women’s Commission, a state agency focused on addressing issues impacting the economic, social, and civic well-being of women.
Gregory, who will assume the role on June 1, bringings more than a decade of experience in legislative affairs, judicial policy, and public service.
“I am excited to work with Brittany again in this important role,” Ferguson said. “Brittany helped us improve the lives of Washingtonians as my deputy legislative director at the Attorney General’s Office. She’s an experienced advocate who understands how good public policy is made. Brittany’s skillset makes her a natural choice to carry on the Commission’s mission.”
The Women’s Commission, created by the Legislature in 2018, serves as the state’s primary voice for women in government. Its mission is to improve the lives of women across Washington through advocacy, engagement, and the development of equitable public policy. The Commission works to eliminate systemic barriers, promote equal compensation, and ensure fair treatment in employment, among other responsibilities.
Gregory’s appointment marks a continuation of the Commission’s work under a leader familiar with both state government and policy innovation. In her previous roles, Gregory served for four years as associate director of judicial and legislative relations for the Washington Administrative Office of the Courts and for three years as deputy legislative director for the Attorney General’s Office.
She played a key role in guiding major legislation into law, including the bill raising the minimum legal age for tobacco and vaping product purchases to 21 and Washington’s Student Loan Bill of Rights. She also led the state’s first statewide investigation into use-of-force incidents involving law enforcement—a high-profile undertaking that shaped public discourse and influenced reform efforts.
Gregory earned both her law degree and bachelor’s degrees in political science and sociology from the University of Michigan.
In her new position, Gregory will lead a 13-member commission and will be responsible for advancing the Commission’s mission to create inclusive opportunities for women and to address persistent issues such as domestic violence, sexual harassment, childcare accessibility, and employment discrimination. The role also involves working across agencies to ensure women have full access to governmental services and are represented equitably in policymaking and public life.
In announcing Gregory’s appointment, Ferguson signaled confidence in her ability to lead the Commission with both professionalism and purpose.
“She has the experience, the perspective, and the commitment to equity that this role demands,” Ferguson said. “I look forward to seeing how she strengthens the Commission’s impact for women across our state.”
