WVN July 2024 Newsletter

July 2024 Newsletter

In the News

I hope that you are enjoying summer and had a wonderful Fourth of July!

In my time with the Women Veterans Network, I have been honored to meet so many incredible women veterans. You truly inspire me with the impact you make in the community and your humility. Thank you for serving and for sharing your stories with me.

I will be visiting different parts of Massachusetts over the next few months to offer self-care workshops and to share more information about the WVN with our community partners. I hope that we can connect!

Be well!

Jessica Frost

Director, Women Veterans Network

We encourage you to take the Governor's Advisory Committee on Women Veterans survey. Your responses will help improve the quality of services available to women veterans across Massachusetts!

Take the Survey

Photo Recap: USS Constitution Turnaround

Photo Recap: Deborah Sampson Award Ceremony

Upcoming Military Observances

National Hire a Veteran Day - July 25

National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day - July 27

National Buffalo Soldiers Day - July 28

Army Chaplain Corps Anniversary - July 29

Other Veteran Events

Veteran Hiring Events, Career Workshops & Trainings

Federal, State & Nonprofit Resources

MA Veteran Benefits

MA Veteran Programs

Find Your Local VSO

The Veterans Equality Review Board (VERB) provides an application process for certain veterans discharged under the 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' (DADT) policy, and recommend their eligibility for state-based veteran benefits. If you think you qualify, or know someone who might, please visit the website for more information.

Veteran Transition Toolkit

This 54-page Transition Toolkit will guide veterans through all of Massachusetts’ programs, services and benefits, whether you’re newly discharged and transitioning to civilian life in Massachusetts or a longtime veteran looking for a list of all of the resources available to you. Sections highlight everything from housing and healthcare to education and employment.

Download the PDF

About the Women Veterans Network

Established in 1997, the Women Veterans Network (WVN) is a program within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' Executive Office of Veterans Services. The WVN seeks to serve as a primary resource for Massachusetts' military veterans, with a mission of increasing awareness of the federal, state and local benefits available to them. As part of its outreach mission, the WVM hosts a variety of events every year, including webinars, gatherings, the Women Veterans Appreciation Day, and an annual conference.

Make Your Voice Heard

Your opinions matter! We value your feedback, suggestions, and ideas for enhancing the WVN experience. Let us know how we can better serve Massachusetts' women veterans by emailing the EOVSWomenVets@mass.gov.