DC Department of Human Services
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Providing meaningful and equitable services, support, and access to resources for District residents to realize their goals
Washington, DC
Joined February 2015
đź’ś Today is #PurpleThursday! đź’ś Join us in wearing purple to honor survivors and raise awareness about domestic violence. Every action, every voice, and every shade of purple helps shine a light on the path to safety and healing.
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đź’ś October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month đź’ś Every October, we come together to shine a light on domestic violence and stand with survivors. Mark your calendar for Purple Thursday on October 16! Wear purple to show your support and solidarity!
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✨Interested in becoming a Case Manager?✨DHS invites you to apply for Cohort 3 of the Peer Case Management Institute. Earn $17/hr while receiving classroom and on-the-job training to build a career in homeless services. More info on the flyer below ⬇️
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In observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day, DC Government services and office hours will be modified on Monday, October 13. ‌ For more information about ongoing District operations ➡️ https://t.co/4F3pVIX0bV
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Acting Dir. Pierre testified during Council's public roundtable on her confirmation: "My vision for DHS is transformative but grounded in reality. ... The way I see my role as Director: I'm here to protect what's working, fix or cut what isn't, and create better paths forward."
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Watch live now Roundtable - Director of the Department of Human Services Rachel Pierre Confirmation Resolution @DCHumanServ
https://t.co/yCFRTDjrjS
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It’s Customer Service Appreciation Week! 🎉 We’re celebrating our amazing DHS staff members who make every interaction count. Thank you for serving DC residents with excellence, empathy, and patience.
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It's the new fiscal year in DC—and that means new investments in our schools, parks, businesses, and services. Our Grow DC budget makes sure that our city remains the best in the world.
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People come to DC because they want to change the world. They fall in love with our city—and we love them back. DC has great talent, and we know that if we make sure they have the opportunity, they'll stay.
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We're providing DC young people pathways to in-demand health care careers right here in DC. The new ATC and DC HEAL apprenticeship program help prepare students for success after high school.
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LIVE: Mayor Bowser Launches Talent Capital, First-of-its-Kind Regional Workforce and Economic Development Initiative
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A federal government shutdown will not shut down the DC Government. DC will remain open, our students will be in class, parks will be clean, streets will be safe, trash will be picked up, and we will continue to function as a world-class city no matter what happens in Congress.
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The DC Government just released the revised revenue estimates for the District of Columbia Budget and Financial Plan. The revenue forecast was revised upward across the financial plan. My full statement:
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It’s Newborn Screening Awareness Month! To celebrate, join us for our 6th Annual Books and Blocks Party! Learn about early childhood screenings, get connected to services, connect with other DC families and more! Visit: https://t.co/PL4nDKpwCS
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10 years ago, DC was investing $317 million in local businesses. Now, we're investing over a billion dollars every year. We mean business in Washington, DC, and we mean to be good for business in Washington, DC.
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🎠Laugh, play & discover improv! Join us for Improv for All! with Washington Improv Theater. Free, fun & beginner-friendly. 📅 Sat, Sept 27 | 1–2:30 PM 📍 MLK Library –A level ✅ Register here: https://t.co/nG0Sk4XgtO
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📕6th Annual Books and Blocks Party 🎉Join us in celebrating future families, moms, dads, and caregivers of children ages 0-5. 📅Saturday, September 27, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM 🛝Ferebee-Hope Recreation Center (in the Gymnasium) 700 Yuma St SE. Visit https://t.co/PL4nDKpwCS
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Free car seats and safety checks this Saturday! It's all happening at 1001 Half St SW—let's work together to keep our children safe. Story by Teri Hornstein
wusa9.com
The District is holding an event dedicated to free car seats and safety checks during Child Passenger Safety Week. Here's how.
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In DC, we go all in on public education. One month into the new school year, we're already seeing incredible learning, growth, and achievement across our schools. Teachers, students, and families: let's keep the momentum going!
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The results are in: 6 DC colleges are ranked in the top 200 in the nation! Congratulations to @Georgetown, @GWtweets, @HowardU, @AmericanU, @CatholicUniv, and @GallaudetU on this @usnews recognition. Keep up the great work.
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