Advocating for Women Veterans
The NASWVC is dedicated to ensuring that women veterans have equitable access to healthcare and services, possess a comprehensive understanding of the benefits accrued from their military service, and are supported by an advocate to represent their interests.
Our Mission
NASWVC is dedicated to advocating for women veterans through strategic partnerships, comprehensive training, and proactive information exchange. Our mission is to identify barriers that hinder the successful transition of women veterans and military women to the civilian community. We follow a rigorous approach to recommending solutions through legislative, programmatic, and outreach activities.
Our Vision
Our vision is clear: Women Veterans confidently access equitable healthcare services, understand military benefits, and have committed representation.
Join us in our mission to uplift women veterans. Together, we can create a supportive environment that fosters growth, understanding, and empowerment. Our initiatives focus on advocacy, education, and community engagement, ensuring that women veterans are not only heard but also celebrated and recognized.
Key Highlights of Our Advocacy Efforts
- **Comprehensive Training:** We offer extensive training programs designed to equip women veterans with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful transition into civilian life, ensuring they are well-prepared for the challenges ahead.
- **Legislative Advocacy:** Our team actively engages with policymakers to advocate for laws and policies that benefit women veterans, ensuring their voices are represented in critical discussions that affect their lives.
- **Community Outreach:** We conduct outreach programs to connect women veterans with local resources, support networks, and services that can assist them in their journey, fostering a sense of community and belonging.
More About NASWVC
In 2017, VA’s Center for Women Veterans and the National Association of State Women Veterans Coordinators (NASWVC) became partners in serving women Veterans. This partnership continues today!
The Center for Women Veterans and NASWVC share a common goal in serving our nation’s women Veterans; both organizations are committed to facilitating the delivery of timely, quality benefits for women Veterans.
This partnership and collaboration have advanced and improved the quality of life for women Veterans by working to enhance accessibility to services, evaluating existing programs, and gaining information from the individuals who directly serve women Veterans.
The National Association of State Women Veterans Coordinators represents all 50 states, the District of Columbia, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, as well as several associate members that serve these territories.