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June 13, 2023
DeafBlind Link: New Hire Announcement: Morgan Jericho
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ODHH Message Image Description:?Solid green background. At center, white text: "A Message from the Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Next line in black text: "Serving the Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, Hard of Hearing, Late Deafened, and Speech Disabled Community"
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The Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is pleased to announce the appointment of Morgan Jericho as a Management Analyst, effective August 7, 2023. Morgan's selection for this position comes after a comprehensive recruitment and evaluation process, and we are confident in their ability to contribute significantly to our organization's objectives.
As an employee and?alumnus?of Gallaudet University, Morgan is an associate sustainability coordinator with a Master of Arts in Global Sustainability with a concentration in Entrepreneurship from the University of South Florida. Morgan is a Florida native, with experience working with Purple Communications, volunteering with the Florida Association of the Deaf, the National Association of the Deaf Youth Section, and ReThink Energy Florida. Their analytical skills and innovative thinking align well with the responsibilities and demands of the management analyst role within ODHH.
We extend our gratitude to the ODHH interview panel comprising Claudia Foy, Di Cinney, and Jacki Forsythe for their invaluable contributions throughout the selection process. Their rigorous evaluations and recommendations have played an integral role in the successful recruitment of Morgan as the newest member of our team.
We call upon all stakeholders to warmly welcome Morgan as they embark on their journey with ODHH. Their appointment reflects our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive Office dedicated to serving the needs of Deaf, DeafBlind, Deafdisabled, Hard of Hearing, Late Deafened, and Speech Disabled Washingtonians.
We appreciate your continued support and commitment to the Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing's mission of enhancing accessibility and promoting inclusivity for all Washingtonians.
For any queries or further information, please email?[email protected]
Thank you.
Earnest Covington, III
Director
Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Who We Are
The Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH) provides programs and services for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, Hard of Hearing, Late Deafened, and Speech Disabled individuals, their families, and service providers in Washington State. ODHH works to ensure that services and resources are accessible and inclusive to all Washingtonians.
What We Do
ODHH operates under the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) and is entrusted with fulfilling its legislative mandate outlined in RCW 43.20A.725.
ODHH?s work includes
Advocacy: ODHH advocates for the rights, interests, and needs of individuals who are Deaf, DeafBlind, Deaf Disabled, Hard of Hearing, Late Deafened, and Speech Disabled. The Office works to eliminate communication barriers and promote equal opportunities in various service areas, including training, consultation, contract management, information and referrals, and resources to promote communication equity.
Coordination: ODHH is a centralized resource. The Office collaborates with governmental, business, and community stakeholders to develop and implement policies, programs, and initiatives that address and ensure that state services and resources are accessible and inclusive to all Washingtonians.
Contact Us!
800-422-7930 Voice
360-339-7382 VP
[email protected]
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