Hostility from the Army Rangers & Green Berets against women was daily.They would go on missions, they look at us & be like, unfortunately I have to take one of you,which means I have to get rid of a shooter. I’m like, We can shoot. The Washington Post ow.ly/xSWJ50Nuc8C

We are thrilled to be launching our partnership with ThePoppyFactory  This partnership will provide the joined up approach so vital for our members to empower and support them to succeed in the work place #newpartnership #togetherwecandomore #employmentsupport

What an incredible story from one of my favourite tweeters! Proving that you really can do anything you set your mind to. 💪🏼

SSgt Matthew Davies, who served in the British Army for more than 18 years and fought in Afghanistan, grabbed the woman and kissed her on the lips after downing the lager named after the Army's administrative disciplinary procedure - AGAI 67 ow.ly/plQ850NE53V

Sexual assault, crude banter — what it’s like to be a female surgeon. I am left with the terrible feeling that it will be impossible to make women feel adequately safe and protected from sexual, domestic, psychological, and physical abuse. ow.ly/6zqg50NFbt6

Just no. This culture has to be culled. bbc.co.uk/news/uk-652662…

To inform the upcoming Women Veterans’ Strategy we’re creating an Advisory Group of experts from across government, charities, academia and the OVA. The group will be involved in drafting the Strategy, which will look at the specific needs and challenges faced by women veterans.

The UK HofC Defence Select Committee enquiry into Women in Armed Forces have taken evidence on sexual assault & rape. This evidence demonstrates 'serious failings within the military justice system & Chain of Command' This could easily be like the Met committees.parliament.uk/writtenevidenc…

Hugely important and eye-opening report on the impact of the gay ban in the UK Armed Forces which was in place until the year 2000. Long-term effects on veterans' wellbeing are characterised in terms of #moralinjury & were found to cause isolation and difficulty accessing support

What would you say to someone feeling suicidal? Please can you all retweet and help spread the word? We have a 9 min film called 'Communication, Support and Follow up' which has been coproduced with people with lived experience. You can 1/2

download the 9 min film, or 3 shorter ones with same content, from our website here: suicidepreventionwestyorkshire.co.uk/news-and-blogs…. There is also a learning and discussion guide for use in groups/ team meetings or training days. Thanks so much to everyone who gave of themselves in these films

.Dr Amy Johnson Dr Gill McGill and Dr Gemma Wilson-Menzfeld's blog post focusing on Military Widows' Experiences of #socialisolation and #loneliness is now available at Campaign to End Loneliness! Check it out below! 👇 #LonelinessAwarenessWeek

This morning, we are seeing the first reporting of what will be a momentous day in the history of LGBT+ Service, and for the future of all those affected by the ban. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🇬🇧 You’ll be able to watch the announcement later today on PMQs. dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1…

A truly historic day, as acknowledgement and an apology is issued in the House of Commons on behalf of the British State by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. 23 years since The Ban was lifted. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🇬🇧

On a historic day, the Prime Minister UK Prime Minister has apologised on behalf of the British state for the treatment of veterans who were affected by the ban on LGBT personnel before 2000. gov.uk/government/new…

‘A day we’d hoped for but sometimes wondered if it would happen. More importantly, this is the day thousands of Veterans who’s lives have been blighted by the cruel ban have been waiting for. It’s a true watershed moment for LGBT+ Veterans.’ - Craig Jones MBE 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🇬🇧

Welcome to Salute Her UK. The project provides a range of specialist, women led support interventions, which are flexible, not time limited and available at different stages in a survivor’s journey. SHUK operates from 2 centres, 1 in Northumberland & one in Newcastle.

This is fabulous. Please take two minutes to watch and share ... #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthDay

ShellShockMediaCIC Yes, fabulous video. And do you know we currently have people having thoughts of suicide...being put on a 6-month waiting list for NHS #MentalHealth Services!!! Everyone can help, but we also need govt action. Please sign this petition 👇 x.com/PaulVittles/st…

👀Check out this footage from a demonstration by the Royal Armoured Corps in 1961.🤝Footage courtesy of British Pathe. 🔍️Find out more on the Conqueror here: youtube.com/watch?v=JmaDhy…