Let’s discuss some of the challenges faced by women veterans.
Women veterans have unique challenges, such as higher rates of unemployment, homelessness, and post traumatic stress disorder, when compared to their male counterparts. These challenges are often compounded because some women veterans are single parents, and women veterans are more likely not to reach out for help. Additionally, women veterans have specific healthcare and medical needs that are still not being fully met by the Department of Veterans affairs.
What resources are available to support women veterans?
- Veterans Crisis Line (800) 273-8255
- Department of Veterans Affairs Center for Women Veterans 1-855- VA-WOMEN
How can individuals support WVI?
We have two upcoming events:
- Women Veterans Interactive Atlanta Chapter Launch July 17, 2015 Atlanta, Georgia
- Women Veterans and Women in the Military 4th Annual Veterans Day Extravaganza November 11-13, 2015 Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland
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