Something meaningful is on the way. The Center for Women Veterans is excited to announce the Million Women Veterans Enrollment Initiative – Southwest Regional Summit: “Boots on the Ground for Boots on the Ground.”
This will be the first of five summits hosted in different regions across the U.S., bringing together women Veterans from Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, and Oklahoma for a groundbreaking event in Texas.
Sign up at www.va.gov/womenvet and follow us on Facebook and X @VAWomenVets and on Pinterest @DeptVetAffairs.
Did you know that in 2024, the first woman Veteran to win the contest was Army Veteran Myisha Godette? She shared,
"As a Veteran, I've sometimes felt underrepresented."
Sister Veterans, this is your chance to shine and be the next winner!
Click the link to learn more about the why, how, and when:
https://news.va.gov/144968/attention-artists-the-2026-national-veterans-day-poster-contest-is-now-open/
Good luck to everyone!
What every woman Veteran should know—like key heart health numbers and more. ❤️
Click for information on your heart health and a special event:
https://news.va.gov/144912/american-heart-month-women-veterans-should-know/
Each week, we share job announcements from employers and employment websites looking to hire Veterans. This post includes links to job listings for the week of Feb. 9, 2026.
We’ll continue posting relevant and timely opportunities as we receive them for the listed locations.
Learn more here:
https://news.va.gov/144989/hiring-veterans-jobs-week-feb-9-2026/
Honoring PVT Romay Davis, United States Army, WWII Veteran (1943–1945) and Congressional Gold Medal recipient of the 6888th Central Postal Battalion.
Please visit her page on the Veterans Legacy Memorial to post a tribute in her honor:
https://www.vim.cem.va.gov/ROMAYCATHERINEDAVIS/a6f000
The National Cemetery Administration (NCA) achieved a score of 98 out of 100 on the American Customer Satisfaction Index—the highest ever attained. This marks the 8th consecutive time NCA has ranked first nationwide. For comparison, the average government score for 2025 is 70. No other public, private, or nonprofit organization in the country has received such consistently high customer satisfaction ratings over the past decade.
By selecting VA for your end-of-life planning, you can trust that your needs and those of your loved ones will be handled with utmost care and respect. NCA’s exceptional scores reflect VA’s dedication to honoring our nation’s Veterans with the highest standards of service and dignity.
Learn more here:
https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-sets-new-record-for-customer-satisfaction-in-memorial-services/
Celebrate the brilliant minds breaking barriers and inspiring future generations!
Did you know there’s a scholarship for STEM fields? The Edith Nourse Rogers Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Scholarship provides eligible Veterans using the Post-9/11 GI Bill—or dependents using the Fry Scholarship—up to 9 months ($30,000) in added benefits for training in high-demand STEM fields.
Find out if you’re eligible and how to apply:
https://www.va.gov/education/other-va-education-benefits/stem-scholarship/
Did you know that millions of women in the U.S. are living with heart disease, and many don’t realize it’s a major health threat? February is American Heart Month.
Learn more about your risks and ways to prevent heart disease by joining a special Veteran Townhall co-hosted with the American Heart Association on Wednesday, Feb. 18 at 5 PM EST.
Register here: https://heart.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IIviDQfpQQIXMO5fXCoyog#/registration
VA's Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting new research findings on:
The genetics behind schizophrenia Burn pit exposure Prostate cancer risk
Learn more here:
https://news.va.gov/144889/va-research-schizophrenia-burn-pits-prostate/
Looking for your next career after using your GI Bill benefits? VA is hiring for Vocational Rehab Counselor and Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist positions. Your experience and education matter!
Apply today—and tag or share with a Veteran or military spouse who’s ready for their next chapter.
https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?k=Veterans%20benefits%20administration&j=0101&j=1715&p=1