ALAMOSA — The SLV Veterans Coalition will facilitate the fourth forum for Women only on Sept. 23. The ZOOM Forum will take place from 10 a.m. – noon Women Veterans, female members of their families and the women community at large are invited.

Attendees will be discussing access to health, claims and benefit issues. The forum also will introduce Vet Court and the Diversion programs for veterans who are having legal issues. The team organizing the event has attempted to create a “safe space” for women to discuss their issues, needs and opportunities.

Those who do not already have ZOOM access can download the ZOOM format before the meeting by going to ZOOM.COM

The forum panel will consist of: Wendy Yeldell, Col Army, Focus on Women; Jacquelyn Hayes-Byrd, Maj. U.S. Air Force, adviser to the Secretary; Women Issues, Carole Donsbach and Women Veterans Program Manager, ECHCS Audra Johnson, Alamosa DA.

Email invitations will be going out to individuals and provider lists for this ZOOM meeting. Anyone wishing to be added to a list or for any questions, please call Mary Cornum at 719-992-4108.

Go to the Veterans Coalition of the San Luis Valley Facebook page to find updated information and events.