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This
website, like the chapter itself, is a resource for the women of the
Tennessee Valley who contribute to the Nation's defense through their
service in the military, the Department of Defense or private industry.
We'll bring you news about chapter activities, will provide insights and
advice from local government and industry leaders, will profile
successful women in the Tennessee Valley region, and will provide
coverage of a wide-range of topics of interest to women pursuing careers
in the defense industry, and in the Department of Defense.
Cultivating and supporting
the advancement and recognition of women in all aspects of national
security is the mission of Women in Defense (WID), A National Security
Organization. Members of this non-profit professional
organization, which includes men and women, have careers related to the
defense of the United States and national security
"Thriving organization dedicated to development of
women as valuable assets to the Department of Defense."
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Provide
professional development and networking opportunities in support of
women in defense
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Support
the community and our membership through mentor-protégé programs and
other volunteer activities
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Support
the future of the defense community through the WID Science,
Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Initiative (STEMi)
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Provide
events and forums to increase our membership and organizational
impact on the community
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Support
the community and our membership by exhibiting at conferences and
relevant events
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Hold a
bi-annual workshop for our membership and the community to learn
more about women in defense and the defense industry overall
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Recognize local women leaders in the defense industry through an
awards program
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