2014 Summit on Women Veterans
CalVet Hosts Clothing Drive for Our Women Veterans

Sacramento - The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) launched “The Dress Code” clothing drive supporting our Women Veterans as they transition from the military into civilian careers.

The CalVet clothing drive takes place until August 15, 2014. Donations of clean suits, blouses, pants, skirts, shoes, handbags and jewelry will be accepted at drop-off locations statewide: www.calvet.ca.gov/womenvets.

Donated items are available to attendees at the 7th annual Summit on Women Veterans, titled “Bridging Gaps, Breaking Barriers,” at the Sacramento Sheraton Grand Hotel, August 24 – 25, 2014. Our CalVet Summit also features dynamic speakers and several important workshops for our California Women Veterans. This year’s topics include educational benefits, financial literacy, and starting a business. Attendees will also hear from employers from a variety of companies and industries who will share tips and answer questions about getting hired.

Additional Summit Information
The 2014 Summit on Women Veterans is open to the public, and will be held at the Sheraton Grand Hotel, located at 1230 J Street, Sacramento from 10AM August 24 to 5:30PM August 25. Check-in opens at 9AM on August 24. To pre-register for the Summit, go to www.calvet.ca.gov/womenvets or call (916) 503-8334 for more information.