Established in 2011, Monument to Women Veterans is a 501c3 nonprofit organization leading the charge to recognize and empower women veterans and women currently serving in the military. In 2018 the City of Pensacola agreed to a 100-year lease of the existing run-down Amtrak train station on Heinberg street for the Monument to Women Veterans to establish a Museum to Women Veterans. The Monument to Women Veterans will restore and remodel the existing facility and maintain the building and grounds throughout the lease term. In addition to the museum, World-renowned sculptor Elizabeth MacQueen has been selected to create this magnificent masterpiece that will reach over 30 ft into the air with flames and a laser beam over a stainless-steel elliptical band of flowing water. The monument will be surrounded by women figures from each branch of service in uniforms depicting their roles in various capacities as they have risen to the challenge, despite many adversities, to serve their country. We have been involved in several projects, including: The Empowerment Center This program aims to help women veterans suffering from PTSD, TBI, and Military Sexual Trauma to achieve self-sufficiency, pay their rent and utilities, and provide the normal, necessary items for a healthy lifestyle for their family with adequate food, clothing, and shelter. Home for the Holidays In partnership with POE In Action, Monument to Women Veterans established a housing initiative for homeless veterans. By working with many different agencies and volunteers, the project evolved into the most successful method for reducing veteran homelessness. The Invisible War Oscar- and Emmy-nominated filmmaker Kirby Dick comes this groundbreaking investigative documentary about one of America's most shameful and best-kept secrets - the epidemic of rape within the U.S. military. Plans are currently underway for approval for CEU credit for social workers and mental health counselors.
