Operations Heroes Connect
Posted in: Events, Female Marine, Marine Corps, Military, Personal Stories, Professional Development, USMC, Values, WMAOperation Heroes Connect is a nonprofit organization that partners volunteer service members and veterans with at risk youth as well as serves that community through volunteer work. It was founded in August 2011 by GySgt Tawanda Hanible (USMC), an active duty service member. Operation Heroes Connect was incorporated in the state of Virginia on
Michigan Marine Helps RCT
Posted in: Afghanistan, Conflicts, Female Marine, History, Marine Corps, Media, Military, Personal Stories, USMC, Values, WMABy Sgt Ned Johnson CAMP LEATHERNECK, Afghanistan— Before a deployment, Marines train with their units, establish relationships and build camaraderie. But one Marine prepared for her deployment with one unit, but was transferred to a different unit once she arrived here. Cpl. Sasha Savage, a supply noncommissioned officer with Regimental Combat Team 7, deployed with
Parris Island 70th Anniversary Celebration 2013
Posted in: Awards, Boot Camp, Events, History, Marksmanship, Martial Arts, Membership, Military, Physical Fitness, Professional Development, Training, USMC, Values, WMAMarch 2013 started off with the sights and sounds of Parris Island. Fourth Battalion was the perfect location to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the establishment of the Marine Corps Women’s Reserve (officially on February 13, 2013) and kick-off Women’s History Month. It was an honor to represent WMA during this memorable 70th year milestone.
Molly Marine Presentation N Co 6 February 2013
Posted in: Awards, Molly Marines, Training, USMCThe city of New Orleans dedicated the first United States monument of a woman in service uniform: “Molly Marine” November 10, 1943. A local recruiter commissioned the statue to help recruit women during World War II. For female Marines around the world, Molly has come to represent the countless significant contributions women have made to
Women Marines Association 27th Biennial Convention and Professional Development Conference
Posted in: Afghanistan, Conflicts, Events, Female Engagement Teams, History, Military, Professional Development, USMC, veterans, WMAEvent: Women Marines Association 27th Biennial Convention and Professional Development ConferenceWhen: August 31 – September 4th 2012 Where: Hyatt Regency Penn’s Station, Philadelphia, PA Press Release For Immediate Action Press Release For Immediate Action Since 1918, American women have answered their country’s call to serve. We have served proudly with distinction and honor; each generation
WA and MCA Announce Essay Contest
Posted in: Military, Personal Stories, Professional Development, USMC, Values, veterans, WMA, Women of the Corps History ProjectApril 2, 2012 – 9:00am – July 15, 2012 – 5:00pm is the entry time. The Marine Corps Association and Foundation (MCA&F), in coordination with the Women Marines Association (WMA), is looking for military personnel—active duty, retired, Reserve, or veterans—and civilians employed by the Department of Defense to enter an educational essay contest. The essay must
The Best of the Season
Posted in: History, Military, Personal Stories, Training, USMC, WMABay State Chapter MA-1 held their annual Christmas party and meeting at the Adams Inn in North Quincy, MA on December 4, 2011 at 1200. Everyone brought in donations for Toys for Tots, our Veteran’s Hospitals, cards for Morgan and donations for the homeless. Our special guest was Lorna Dupouy, Area Director. WWII Marine Ruth
A World Away
Posted in: Afghanistan, Conflicts, Female Engagement Teams, Military, USMCSgt T. Wilson is part of the Female Engangement Team (FET) in Afghanistan. Its been almost two weeks since we started doing the job of the Female Engagement Team and I have already seen enough to greatful 10x over for all we have in the U.S. Life is so different for the people
Warrior: The Making of A Female Marine
Posted in: Boot Camp, Personal Stories, Physical Fitness, Training, USMCBy Amber J. Cabrera “Move your butt, Cabrera!” The drill instructor shouted. Startled, I realized the precarious position I was in. I grabbed a thick, knotted rope hanging from the obstacle course. I held it with both hands, wrapped the end around my left foot and with all of my weight, pressed with my right foot
Living History: Quantico docent shares the legacy of women Marines
Posted in: History, Military, USMC, veterans, WMABy Master Sgt. Sal Cardella TRIANGLE, Va. (March 14) — Her still-dazzling baby blue eyes and brilliant smile seemed even brighter as she talked about joining the Marine Corps during World War II. A thick New England accent flavored the quick pace of her speech, emphasizing her point with laughter, sometimes a hushed tone and
Joint Women’s Leadership Symposium 2011
Posted in: Awards, Events, Professional Development, USMC, WMABy Kathleen Wright Area 10 Director ad10@womenmarines.org On 14 and 15 March 2011, over 100 active duty female Marines joined 1,200 other female service members in attending the Joint Women’s Leadership Symposium which was hosted by the Sea Service Leadership Association (SSLA). Attendees representing the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard came together to CONNECT, EMPOWER, and
Molly Marine 9 March 2011
Posted in: Awards, Molly Marines, Training, USMCPFC Abigail M. Krause, Platoon 4008, O Company, Stacy, MN “Just 13 weeks ago, I was a simple teenage girl curious about where the future would lead me. Now, as I stand here today, I find myself surrounded by a group of women whom I can call sisters. These sisters of mine; Platoon 4008 have