DLA News Archive

Tag: women

Smiling family of four with one young girl and young boy look at the camera.

May 5, 2021

DLA CENTCOM & SOCOM employee champions women’s causes through pageantry

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Andrea Forester from DLA CENTCOM & SOCOM will compete for the Mrs. U.S. Continental title in June with the goal of helping women gain economic independence and personal growth through nonprofits like Dress for Success and EmpowHERment.

March 26, 2019

Women’s History Month Spotlight: Emma Edmiston

The Defense Logistics Agency recognizes March as Women’s History Month. In honor of women’s contributions to the agency’s global mission, DLA is highlighting female employees who work day in and day out to provide logistics support to America’s warfighters.

March is Women's History Month, but we can continue learning about and reflecting on the progress women have made throughout the year. Graphic by Paul Crank

March 30, 2018

Commentary: Lessons I learned from the silent generation

A longtime DLA employee reflects on the women who have inspired her and how opportunities for women have improved in recent decades.

Etta Baker played with notable musicians including Taj Mahal, Bob Dylan and B.B. King.

March 23, 2017

Women's History Commentary: Growing Up With Etta

The author recalls her late grandmother, blues musician Etta Baker, a prominent figure in women's history, African American history and America's musical heritage.