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How Adm. Elmo ‘Bud’ Zumwalt helped pave the way for women in the Navy
The Navy's top officer writes in this opinion piece that, thanks to the vision of past leaders, Navy women can be anything they want in the fleet.
By Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti
DOD, VA to allow IVF for unmarried people, same-sex couples and more
Going forward, eligible U.S. troops and veterans can access IVF regardless of their martial status or sexual orientation.
Why getting more female troops into Special Operations will take time
As recently released data from the military services has shown, the participation of women in elite special operations roles remains a rarity.
Mental health outreach efforts need more focus on women vets: report
Advocates say more research and emphasis is needed on the particular mental health challenges facing women veterans.
Air Force seeks retirees to come back to active duty
Up to 1,000 retirees can return to their former careers as the service seeks to plug a critical manning gap.
Military to cover IVF for unmarried couples, single troops and more
A New York state lawsuit is prompting the changes.
Skip the trip: More military ID cardholders can now renew online
About 1 million military family members, retirees and others now benefit from the change.
By Karen Jowers
Black women’s group defends affirmative action at military academies
Lawsuits filed against West Point and the Naval Academy seek to end the use of race as a factor in admissions there.
How repealing combat ship exclusion laws led Franchetti to become CNO
Thirty years ago, Congress repealed laws barring women from serving on combatant ships and aircraft, paving the way for a new generation of female leaders.
By Diana Stancy
Lawmakers press VA for stronger rules against discrimination
Congressional Democrats and outside advocates say updated policies for the department are long overdue.
Opinion
The Pentagon’s new opportunity to boost readiness among female troops
The White House initiative on Women’s Health Research provides an opportunity to improve health and performance outcomes for women in the military.
By Katherine Kuzminski