June 13, 2024 - Harrisburg, PA
Governor Josh Shapiro, the Governor's Advisory Commission on Women, and the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs recognized women veterans in Pennsylvania in celebration of Women Veterans Day. They honored 17 outstanding women from across the Commonwealth for their brave service and selfless contributions to Pennsylvania and the nation. "There are nearly 71,000 women veterans in Pennsylvania who have answered the call to serve their country - and yet too often the stories of our women veterans go untold," said Governor Shapiro. "All Pennsylvanians owe a debt of gratitude to the veterans who have served our Commonwealth and fought for our freedoms. I am proud to join the Women's Commission to honor our women veterans and to recognize today's honorees for their bravery and continued service to our Commonwealth."Speakers List:Moriah Hathaway, Executive Director, Governor's Advisory Commission on WomenBrigadier General Laura McHughSergeant Samantha CoxBrigadier General Maureen WeiglGovernor Josh ShapiroDanielle Parson, Vice Chair, Governor's Advisory Commission on Women
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