'When I left the military I felt quite alone': Female veterans call for more support
Summary
Female military veterans in the UK, like Dr. Bex Bennett, say they need more support and recognition for their front-line roles. Dr. Bennett co-founded a group called Sisters in Service to help female veterans connect through meetings and activities. The group addresses challenges women face when leaving the military and adjusting to civilian life.Key Facts
- Dr. Bex Bennett co-founded Sisters in Service to support female military veterans.
- The group has 160 members in the UK since starting in May last year.
- Dr. Bennett served in Iraq and Afghanistan and is now a forensic psychiatrist.
- Women in the military face challenges because their roles are not well understood.
- Dr. Bennett trained at Sandhurst and served with the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers.
- The group offers both in-person and online activities for its members.
- Female veterans often avoid traditional military spaces because of stereotypes.
- Sisters in Service aims to provide a supportive community for women leaving the Armed Forces.
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