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In Case You Missed It: The Center for Minority Veterans is sharing recent news stories that may be of interest to minority Veterans, service members, and their supporters on a weekly basis.
08/26/2024 08:30 AM EDT
Women’s Equality Day is observed annually on August 26, and it marks the historic day in 1920 when the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was passed, granting women the right to vote. The amendment read: “The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex. Congress shall have power to enforce this article by appropriate legislation.” This monumental step in the fight for gender equality was the outcome of decades of activism, resilience and determination led by suffragists like Susan B. Anthony, Nannie Helen Burroughs and many others. While this was a significant win, it’s important to acknowledge that the achievement was not inclusive of all women. [From VA News]
08/25/2024 04:30 PM EDT
Meet Archie Jugarap, Navy Veteran turned health systems specialist for VA’s Office of Advanced Manufacturing (OAM), whose work in dental technology is revolutionizing dental care for Veterans. Jugarap is using his extensive experience in the dental field to aid dental clinics in crafting 3D-printed dental prosthetics for Veterans. “In blending artistry with technology, we’re not just creating dental prosthetics, we’re transforming smiles and restoring confidence in Veterans,” he shared. [From VA News]
