2013-2014 AWHA BOARD

   President : Kurt Wiest
   Vice President : Pam Tietz
   Secretary : Teri Anania
   Treasurer : Andy Anderson

The Association of Washington Housing Authorities (AWHA) is an organization whose purpose is to provide an opportunity for Housing Authority personnel to discuss best practices, common problems and provide an opportunity for industry personnel to network. The officers of AWHA including its President, have no responsibility for the actions or of any housing authority other than their own. If you have a question or a complaint about a Housing Authority, please contact that Housing Authority directly.

AWHA Mission Statement

The Association of Washington Housing Authorities serves local housing authorities in Washington State and through them all Washingtonians.

The benefits offered by the Association are the following:

• Support the viability and vitality of local housing authorities.
• Improved operations effectiveness.
• Professional growth and development for directors and management.
• Mutual support and problem solving.
• Influence public policy with an emphasis at the state level (both proactive and reactive).
• Increase the public's understanding of housing needs and solutions.
• Assist the local HUD office in introduction and refinement of programs.

The resources and programs offered by the Association are the following:

• Cooperation among AWHA members on joint projects of common benefit.
• Maintain a legislative advocacy program and information to members.
• Information sharing and education programs.
• Provide leadership with regard to housing issues.
• Cooperation and coordination with other local and national organizations, such as NAHRO, PHADA, and CLPHA.

AWHA Brochure - Building strong communities and promoting economic independence (pdf)