During the month of June, the Washington State Athletic Department celebrates LGBTQIA+ Pride Month.
The focus by the athletic department on LGBTQIA+ education and awareness is not limited to June. It is a year-round emphasis.
In 2019, to enhance its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, the athletic department established a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Council, consisting of 17 athletic department staff and coaches, including Director of Athletics Pat Chun.
A LGBTQIA+ Focus Group was established within the DEI Council with the stated mission: "To create and maintain an environment that is safe, inclusive, and equitable for LGBTQIA+ student-athletes and staff.