Nearly half of the women in U.S. Army Special Operations Command have problems with the way their issued gear fits, and some resort to buying their own to ensure they can operate in comfort and safety.

“A mentality change is necessary to modify the archaic attitude that supplying tools to female service members is an act of accommodation versus simply providing our warfighters with the right tools for the job.”

https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2023/08/21/women-in-army-sof-resorted-to-buying-their-own-armor-study-finds/

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Women veterans face challenges as they prepare to mark ANZAC Day. Lack of recognition, support and opportunities for leadership roles are major concerns. #ANZACDay #WomenInMilitary #Veterans #ANZAC

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-04-24/women-veterans-service-challenged-as-prepare-to-mark-anzac-day/102254722