We’re kicking off another year of the DC One Fund! Today, DC Government employees came together to get energized and ready to give back. The DC One Fund is all about the power of each one giving one and supporting organizations doing incredible work in our communities.

It was a pleasure meeting H.E. Lateef Kayode Are, Nigeria’s new Ambassador to the U.S.! A very warm welcome to Washington, DC! We had an energizing conversation about the opportunities ahead, and I’m excited to build on this momentum and strengthen DC-Nigeria ties. #wearedc

Deputy Secretary Alma Candelaria represented DC at a wreath-laying ceremony celebrating Peru's 205th Independence Day. Congratulations to HE Javier Prado and the people of Peru on your Fiestas Patrias. Thank you to the @DCPoliceDept for presenting colors during the celebration!

It was a pleasure to welcome @CBCFInc interns to the John A. Wilson Building for a conversation on public service, leadership, local government, and the many ways young leaders can make an impact in their communities. Thank you for your commitment to service! #WeareDC

I was thrilled to connect with fellow leaders, exchange ideas, and represent the District of Columbia at the @NASSorg Summer Conference! Proud to join colleagues from across the country working to strengthen public service. #WeareDC #NASSCon

A warm welcome to H.E. Roberto Lazzeri, the new Ambassador of Mexico to the United States! Thank you to @USMexicoFound for hosting this welcome reception. We look forward to continued friendship and collaboration with @EmbamexEUA ahead. Welcome to DC, Mr. Ambassador! #wearedc

On behalf of the Office of the Secretary, we would like to congratulate Cathy Hughes on receiving the illustrious Key to the City from Mayor Muriel Bowser! Congratulations on this remarkable recognition and your enduring legacy!
#WeAreDC #DCICon

On behalf of @MayorBowser, I was thrilled to welcome Olympic figure skating champion Ilia Malinin to the Fort Dupont Ice Arena! This historic space is ready for the next generation of champions. Big thanks to @DCDPR and @comcast for hosting such a special event. #WeareDC

Incredibly proud of our team! The Office of the Secretary’s Emergency Marriage Licensing and Civil Ceremony Team was recognized as a Team Finalist at the 2026 Calvin Cafritz Awards Gala. Each of you exemplify the very best of public service. #wearedc

An honor to join His Excellency Chris Seed, New Zealand Ambassador to the United States, for a reception welcoming the Pacific Island Ambassadors. Proud to celebrate and support our vibrant Pacific Islander community right here in DC! #wearedc

Thrilled to host “Summer with the Secretary” with the Office of Notary Commissions and Authentications! We welcomed DC notaries for a session focused on compliance and innovation. The event featured key modernization updates and the official administration of the oath of office.

I was honored to represent the District of Columbia and deliver remarks at the 2026 African Leaders & Partners (ALP) Summit, hosted by @GroupEbii. We extend our gratitude to all the global leaders who attended. #wearedc

Pleased to participate in the African Leaders & Partners Summit 2026 on June 5 in D.C. Representing the Bowser Administration, I look forward to highlighting the District’s role as a premier hub of diplomacy and economic partnership with our African partners. #wearedc

Honored to join the Embassy of Ukraine at the historic Forrest-Marbury House to celebrate a special commemorative stamp marking America’s 250th anniversary and the enduring friendship between Ukraine and the United States. #wearedc

It was a pleasure to welcome Ambassador Iztok Mirošič and Deputy Mayor Dejan Crnek of Ljubljana, Slovenia to Washington, DC today for a great conversation on sustainability and pollinator protection in celebration of World Bee Day! #WeareDC

Honored to join the 2026 @gwhcc_dc Business Expo, celebrating the entrepreneurs and leaders that help make DC thrive. Latino communities continue to shape the culture, economy, and future of our city every day. Thank you for all you contribute to Washington, DC! #gwhccbizexpo

We hosted law enforcement leaders from across the Western Hemisphere for an IVLP exchange with the DC Police Leadership Academy! The discussion highlighted how DC develops and trains the next generation of police leadership. #WeareDC