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NDVS Celebrates Women Veterans Recognition Day

NDVS welcomed women veterans, community members, and supporters to its Reno headquarters in recognition of Women Veterans Recognition Day on June 12, 2026.

NDVS Celebrates Women Veterans Recognition Day

NDVS welcomed women veterans, community members, and supporters to its Reno headquarters in recognition of Women Veterans Recognition Day on June 12, 2026. The event celebrated the remarkable service, sacrifice, and lasting contributions of Nevada’s women veterans under the theme, Honoring Service. Celebrating Legacy. 

The program featured remarks from Nevada Women Veterans Advisory Committee Chairwoman Barbara Ortiz and NDVS Director Col. Mary Devine (Ret.) before attendees gathered for refreshments and conversation and was emceed by U.S. Army veteran and NDVS Veterans Service Officer Starlyn Lara.

Attendees also enjoyed refreshments and conversation, providing an opportunity to thank women veterans for service, honor their stories, and strengthen the connections that continue to build a supportive veteran community.

Meanwhile, planning is underway for the next Annual Nevada Women Veterans Conference in March 2027 in Reno. Watch this space for more details to come!  

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