Ferguson Appoints Three New Members to Commission on African American Affairs
The Seattle Medium reports that Ferguson has appointed three new members to the Commission on African American Affairs.
Seattle Tacoma, WA, August 26, 2026 —
Governor Jay Inslee has announced the appointment of three new members to the Commission on African American Affairs. The appointments were reported by The Seattle Medium.
The Commission on African American Affairs serves as the state’s agency dedicated to advocating for and advancing the interests of African Americans in Washington State. It works to promote economic, social, educational, and political advancement through policy development, research, and community engagement.
Further details regarding the names of the newly appointed members, their specific backgrounds, or the effective dates of their appointments were not immediately available. The scope of their responsibilities and the specific initiatives they will be tasked with are also not yet detailed.
The Commission on African American Affairs plays a vital role in addressing issues pertinent to the African American community across Washington. Its work often involves advising the governor and legislature on matters of public policy and facilitating dialogue between state government and the community it serves.
Information on the selection process for these new commission members was not provided in the initial report. The agency’s ongoing work and the impact of these new appointments are expected to be subjects of future reporting.
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