Welcome to the second season of Identity Unboxed! This interview with Megan Matthews (Director of the Washington State Office of Equity) was filmed live at Town Hall Seattle. Thank you to the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Network for hosting this event.
Biography:
Megan Matthews is the Assistant Director of Shared Power Design with the Office of Equity, pursuing equity and justice for all Washingtonians. She is committed to a lifelong journey of pursuing and living the values of equity and justice.
Megan earned her master’s degree in Public Administration from The Evergreen State College. She is certified as a Prosci® Change Management Practitioner, a Diversity Professional (CDP), and a Diversity Executive (CDE). Megan co-taught a Masters’ Program at The Evergreen State College, emphasizing democratic governance and social change for current and future public administrators She is passionate about social justice and ensuring fairness for everyone, especially the next generation that includes her daughters, nieces, and nephews.
Career Advice:
Never stop learning and growing. Empathy and connection should guide how you interact with others. And remain humble. No one is perfect and no one knows it all; don’t be afraid to apologize. Also, go for that promotion!