National Women Veterans Day
National Women Veterans Day seeks to highlight the important role that women have played in defending the country and protecting its freedoms.
We invite you to explore more ways to get involved and connect Arizona’s service members, veterans and their families. Listed here are upcoming training and events conducted by the Arizona Coalition for Military Families and our partners.
If you have any questions about our training and events, please email events@arizonacoalition.org.
National Women Veterans Day seeks to highlight the important role that women have played in defending the country and protecting its freedoms.
The U.S. Army’s birthday is an annual observance that commemorates the formation of the United States Army on June 14, 1775. The day recognizes the Army’s contributions to the nation’s defense and its enduring commitment to protecting American values and interests at home and abroad.
Flag Day commemorates the adoption of the American flag on June 14, 1777. The significance of this day lies in the recognition of the importance of the flag as a symbol of national unity, pride, and freedom. The flag serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who have fought for and defended the flag, as well as the values and ideals it represents.
PTSD Awareness Day is a day dedicated to raising awareness about the condition and its impact on individuals, families, and communities.
July 4th, also known as Independence Day, is a federal holiday that commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.
Purple Heart Day is observed on August 7 to commemorate the creation of the Purple Heart. The Purple Heart is a military decoration awarded to those who have been wounded or killed in action, and it is the oldest military award still given to U.S. service members.
Suicide Prevention Month is observed during September to raise awareness of the issue of suicide and promote efforts to prevent it.
September 11, often referred to as 9/11 or Patriots Day, is a day of remembrance that commemorates the attacks that took place on September 11, 2001, when terrorists hijacked four commercial airplanes and carried out coordinated attacks.
This annual observance that commemorates the establishment of the Air Force as a separate branch of the United States military on September 18, 1947.
Gold Star Mothers/Family Day is an opportunity to show support and gratitude for the families of fallen service members and to recognize the sacrifices that they have made.
The DAV is an organization of veterans serving veterans with more than 1 million members who continue the fight to make medical care, employment, education and other earned benefits accessible to America’s 4 million disabled veterans.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is a U.S.-based organization founded on September 29, 1899. The VFW's offers military assistance programs, youth scholarships, and educational initiatives.