If you know the mission that drives WVIF, then you know one thing for sure: WVIF is committed to empowering Women Veterans. “Connect, Engage, Empower” isn’t just a tagline; it’s our outreach in action. Celebrating your stories, honoring your service, and empowering you as leaders is a critical component of what we do. With that […]
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The New Year presents an opportunity for us to focus on health, wellness, and balance. For Women Veterans, achieving wellness is about much more than physical health— it’s also about mental, emotional, and social well-being. Setting wellness goals in 2025 can help you thrive by implementing practical strategies to practice self-care, engage with your peers,
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The 2024 National Women Veterans Leadership and Diversity Conference was momentous for a number of reasons – not least of which was an official letter sent to WVIF from President Joe Biden. Read aloud by Air Force Veteran and Senior Advisor for the White House Office of Public Engagement, Dr. Tahina Montoya, this Presidential Letter
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If it’s Veterans Day weekend, then the premiere event for Women Veterans is officially underway! The 2024 National Women Veterans Leadership and Diversity Conference, Gala, and Brunch Cruise is being held throughout the weekend. Women Veterans from Washington State to Massachusetts gathered in Washington, D.C. for Veterans Day weekend, to celebrate their service, reunite with
Every Veterans Day, the nation turns its attention to the contributions and sacrifices of the women and men in uniform. This sacred holiday is a time to honor all Veterans; we at WVIF pay special honor to the women who have served and sacrificed for our country. You have shaped our nation’s history, blazing trails
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You’ve been through battles that most people can’t imagine, and now it’s time to protect yourself. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a reminder that your health deserves the same dedication you’ve given to everything else. For Women Veterans, breast cancer risks are real, especially with the unique exposures that come with military service. But there is
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September is Suicide Prevention Month, an important reminder that people we love need our help. Suicide prevention is a yearlong obligation, but energy and efforts can and should be renewed this month. While Veterans overall face mental health distress and struggle with suicidal ideations for a variety of reasons, research has shown that Women Veterans
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In recent years, we’ve seen remarkable career trends in the Women Veterans population. Recent studies show that Women Veterans have launched more businesses than any other cohort. They lead companies that hold spots on coveted lists like Fortune 500, Inc 5000’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America, and Entrepreneur’s 100 Brilliant Companies, to name a few. Women Veterans
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You’ve probably heard the buzz about Women Veterans becoming the fast-growing population of entrepreneurs. And maybe you’ve considered pursuing business ownership yourself. But, like many of your peers, you might feel held back by negative self-talk, doubt, limited capital, or lack of support. These restraints can limit progress for just about anybody. But the fact
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Women Veterans Day is an opportunity for Americans to stand together and honor the contributions and sacrifices of Women Veterans. But this day is also about a lot more than recognition. It’s a chance for corporate leaders to accelerate their efforts to recruit, hire, train, empower, and support Women Veterans. And, this isn’t just a
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