American Legion Post 90s Sisters-In-Arms Committee to meet
Group for women veterans will meet Oct. 23
A new women veterans’ committee, Sisters-In-Arms has been launched at the American Legion Post 90 in Cape Coral.
The mission of the committee is to serve as the voice of female veterans, advocating for VA healthcare needs, while educating and serving the community and to ensure support and recognition for all women who have served.
Almost one in five members of our military are female, and the total number of women serving in both the active-duty and reserve components has continued to grow. As of 2025, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs projects that the population of women veterans will exceed 2 million. This reflects a significant increase from previous years. Women are the fastest-growing group within the veteran population.
Why it’s needed
A Women Veterans’ Committee is vital in addressing the unique needs and challenges that women veterans face. Sisters-in-Arms plays an essential role in improving organizations like the American Legion. It will ensure that the experiences of women veterans are recognized, respected, and supported at Post 90 and within the community. It will enhance the overall mission of the American Legion and create a more inclusive and effective environment.
Women veterans often face unique challenges that differ from their male counterparts, such as disparities in healthcare, access to benefits, childcare, and military sexual trauma (MST). A dedicated committee ensures these issues are recognized. A committee focused on women veterans amplifies their voices within the veteran community, ensuring their concerns and perspectives are heard.
Women veterans may feel underrepresented or invisible in traditional veterans’ spaces. The committee creates a sense of belonging, fostering connections among women veterans. Through better organization women vets can better serve other vets and the community at large.
Finally, a Women Veterans’ Committee highlights the contributions of women veterans, helping to combat stereotypes and educate the public on their service and sacrifices.
How it improves the American Legion
Sisters-In-Arms will broaden the scope of the Legion by ensuring it serves all veterans effectively. This inclusivity strengthens the organization’s mission and appeal. It will attract new members by addressing the specific needs of women veterans and will encourage more women to join and participate in the Legion, increasing membership and diversifying perspectives.
Sisters-In-Arms will also advocate for policies and programs that benefit women veterans, enhancing the Legion’s impact on legislation and veteran services. By focusing on women veterans’ issues, American Legion Post 90 can develop tailored programs, such as health workshops, mentorship opportunities, and networking events, enriching the resources it offers. Sisters-In-Arms will help the Legion showcase its commitment to diversity and equality, strengthening its public image and community impact.
What are the goals?
Sisters-In-Arms will ensure women veterans have an active role in leadership and decision-making within the American Legion. In the area of health and wellness it will collaborate with the VA to ensure women veterans receive, gender-specific care, including reproductive health services, mental health support, and treatment for MST. It will also advocate for and organize mental health resources, including therapy, support groups, and suicide prevention programs tailored to women veterans.
Sisters-In-Arms will foster a sense of belonging, create and develop mentorship programs where experienced women veterans can guide those transitioning to civilian life or entering leadership roles. Finally, it will share the contributions and sacrifices of women veterans to break stereotypes and educate communities about their service.
Want to know more?
All female veterans are invited to the next meeting which will be on Oct. 23, at 6 p.m.at American Legion Post 90 at 1401 S.E. 47th Street, Cape Coral FL 33904. For more information contact Lisa Arnold at larnold1970@yahoo.com or call us at 239-540-8128.