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DES Office of Strategic Communications

The DES Office of Strategic Communications (OSC) provides internal and external messaging on behalf of the agency, its divisions and offices throughout the state.

The office works with:

  • Media
  • Publishes articles and press releases
  • Designs and produces visual material and infographics

The office oversees the DES Internet and Intranet sites. As well as social media accounts and video production.

We share information through:

  • Media
  • Social media
  • Website
  • Video
  • Graphics and design

These are the main services our office provides.

If you have questions about DES programs or services, please contact the following areas:

Unemployment Insurance (UI)

For questions about Unemployment Insurance, visit www.azui.com.

You can also call 1-877-600-2722.

Learn how to apply for UI benefits.

UI Client Advocates

A UI Client Advocate can help with questions or concerns about your specific case.

Email the UI Client Advocate for help.

Nutrition, Cash, Medical Assistance

If you are a client seeking information about Nutrition, Cash or Medical Assistance, visit www.healthearizonaplus.gov or call 1-855-432-7587.

Ombudsman

The DES Ombudsman helps clients resolve problems. They can assist if you get or are having trouble getting benefits or services.

Call (602) 364-2860 or use the Ombudsman Online Complaint Form.

Contact Office of Communications

Media inquiries:
[email protected]

Address:
1789 W. Jefferson 
Mail Drop 1131
Phoenix, AZ 85007

General or Specific Program / Division Information
Phone: 602-542-4791

Public Records Requests:
+Public Records Request

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