Illuminating Purpose: The Inspiring Journey of Samine Parris-Stowes “Every act of service, no matter how small, is a light against injustice.”— Samine Parris-Stowes In a world where leadership and compassion rarely intersect, Samine Parris-Stowes stands as proof that they not only can — but must. A decorated U.S. Army veteran, dedicated public servant, and theContinue reading “November Veteran Spotlight”
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July 2025 Veteran Spotlight
Celebrating Military Mentorship: MSG Helm-Frazier (Retired) MSG (Ret.) Elizabeth Ann Helm-Frazier is a shining example of how a mentor becomes a multiplier. She helped me find my footing and encouraged me to stand tall in spaces where I once felt unseen. Her legacy lives on in every soldier I’ve mentored, every career I’ve helped shape,Continue reading “July 2025 Veteran Spotlight”
January 2024 Veteran Spotlight
Barbara Purifoy Seldon Barbara Purifoy Seldon’s desire to serve and honor all veterans and their families stems from the powerful impact military service had on her life. The three-year tour of duty taught her strong discipline, respect for authority, and the importance of being a part of something greater than oneself. It helped to moldContinue reading “January 2024 Veteran Spotlight”
Inspiring Change through Scholarships AWF “Six Triple Eight” Legacy Scholarship
On 22 March 2023, the Army Women’s Foundation awarded the first recipient of the “Six Triple Eight” Legacy Scholarship. The scholarship was created to honor the 855 African American women who was led by Major Charity Adams. It was the only all-black, all-female battalion sent overseas during World War II. The members of the 6888thContinue reading “Inspiring Change through Scholarships AWF “Six Triple Eight” Legacy Scholarship”
July 2022 Spotlight
MaLaysia (Layla) Mitchell Education Received BA in Cultural Anthropology from Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL and Master’s in Public Health from Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health I am a proud daughter of military veterans who have served in both the Army and Navy. Growing up traveling across the country to see military friendsContinue reading “July 2022 Spotlight”
March 2022 Veteran Spotlight
SSSgt Reba Cole is an United States Airforce Veteran from the great state of California. As a Personnel- Officer Requisitions, she was responsible for the continually assessing staff needs, the handling of everything from procurement and assignments to professional development, promotions and separations. Reba was able to utilize the Knowledge Skills and Attributes (KSA) fromContinue reading “March 2022 Veteran Spotlight”
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