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About Women Joining Forces In October 2005, BPW/USA launched Women Joining Forces: Closing Ranks, Opening Doors (WJF), a program to support women veterans as they transition from military to civilian life. In the continuing tradition of WJF, Women Joining Forces in North Carolina provides programming, resources and an annual grant program to assist women veterans and military-affiliated women. Benefits offered include: • Leadership and media opportunities • Workplace resources (i.e. BPW Career Center, Connect-a-Vet) • Professional development and education • Opportunities to participate in activities that support women veterans • Career support and advice through e-publications and web site • Networking through events and online social spaces • Legislative advocacy on issues of workplace equity and work-life balance | Useful Links BPW/NC 2019 WJF GRANT APPLICATION North Carolina Small Business Center Network How to Build a Culture of Leadership in 6 Steps 5 Must-Have Strategies for Membership Growth Connect A Vet (BPW Foundation) Leading Great Virtual Meetings That Actually Get Work Done National Women Veterans of America SBA - Office of Women's Business Ownership |