Women Marines Association

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the Women Marines Association

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The Women Marines Association is proud to be the only charitable organization for and about women Marines. WMA is a non-profit 501(c)3 charitable organization and a member of the National Marine Corps Council and maintains a liaison with Headquarters Marine Corps. Being a woman in the Marines is an honor and privilege and reflects the strength and courage of women Marine veterans and those who are currently serving.

The Women Marines Association was established in Denver, CO, in 1960 to ensure that our legacy and history as women Marines would continue to be shared and the accomplishments and milestones influence the next generation of Marines. WMA is committed to remembering and appreciating all women who have worn the uniform and earned the title of Marine. WMA is united by our comraderie and service to others and our chapters and members across the nation work on community programs that support our military personnel, our women Marine veterans, their families, and the communities in which they live. We see no boundaries and reach across all areas where there is a need.

WMA Vision Statement

The Women Marines Association (WMA) will be the veterans’ organization of choice for female Marines (past, present, and future) looking for camaraderie, mentoring, and support.

WMA MISSION STATEMENT

To preserve and promote the history and traditions of women in the Marine Corps from World War I to the present; to conduct programs for charitable and educational purposes; to promote the welfare and well-being of elderly, disabled, and women Marine veterans, as well as women currently serving in the Marine Corps; to provide entertainment, care, and assistance to hospitalized veterans and members of the Armed Forces of the United States; to sponsor or participate in activities of a patriotic nature, particularly those that perpetuate the tradition and esprit de corps of the United States Marine Corps; and to foster the spirit of comradeship of women who have served or who now serve in the United States Marine Corps, regular or reserve components.

WMA NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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GOVERNING DIRECTIVES

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WMA STANDING RULES

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WMA PAST NATIONAL PRESIDENTS

Genevieve M. Dooner ^: 1960-1962
Helen Hannah Campbell ^: 1962-1966
Helen E. Moore ^: 1966-1968
Olga C. Bullock ^: 1968-1972
Ruth Hammond Broe ^: 1972-1974
Theresa “Sue” Sousa: ^1974-1976
Nita Bob Warner ^: 1976-1978
Jewell S. Schultz ^: 1978-1980
Mary G. Knapp ^: 1980-1984
Virginia Allred ^: 1984-1988
Helen H. Laukes ^: 1988-1992
Sarah N. Thornton ^: 1992-1994
Dorothy C. Durkin: 1994-1998
Doris R. Keane: 1998-2000
Carol A. Mutter: 2000-2004
Lucille “Lou” Teixeira ^: 2004-2005
Paula Sarlls: 2005-2008
Rhonda LeBrescu Amtower: 2008-2012
Betty Moseley Brown: 2012 – 2018

Rhonda LeBescu Amtower: 2018 – 2022

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