Empowering Women Veterans, Building Community
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Women’s Veteran Summit 2026
Date: June 12, 2026
Location: San Joaquin County Fairgrounds
This inaugural summit is focused on education, empowerment, and celebration, bringing together women veterans, service members, and community partners for a meaningful day of connection and resources. The event also honors the 78th anniversary of Women Veterans Recognition Day, commemorating the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act of 1948, passed on June 12.
Magaña Realty Group: Mission Before Commission
Magaña Realty Group is a veteran-owned real estate team proudly serving Stockton and the Central Valley through eXp Realty. Founded by Marine Corps veterans Ruby and Audrey Magaña, our business is built on one principle: Mission Before Commission.
We are passionate about continuing our service beyond the uniform by guiding, protecting, and advocating for our clients and community. As women veterans, supporting and empowering fellow women who have served is deeply personal to us. We are honored to support and stand behind the Women Veterans Summit and women veterans.
Her gift is like her rank: Major
Maria Gomez has always been a giver. During the Vietnam War, as a U.S. Army nurse, she gave all she had to give, devoting long hours tending to the physical and mental wounds of soldiers. Now, she’s giving again, this time as an Empowerment Sponsor to the Women Veterans Summit. Thank you for all that you do, Maria.
Board of Supervisors Proclaims Women Veterans Recognition Day
On May 12, 2026, the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors officially proclaimed June 12, 2026, as Women Veterans Recognition Day, honoring the 1948 Act that allowed women to serve permanently in the U. S. Armed Forces. Members of Warrioress League 209 gathered for this momentous recognition of all women who served our nation.
WL209 leads Cinco de Mayo Parade
Empowered Together, Unstoppable Always
Discover upcoming gatherings and initiatives designed to connect, inspire, and empower our community members.
Warrioress League 209 Monthly Gathering
JULY 14, 2026 @ 6 P.M.
Keller Williams Realty
3133 W March Lane, Suite 1060, Stockton, CA, 95219
San Joaquin County women veterans form a connection through the bond of shared experiences while serving our country. Some guest speakers talk about available programs and benefits. One woman veteran will often share her story of perseverance in the many challenges she faced.
Write with Debbie
EVERY THURSDAY @ 10 A.M.
The Catalyst
926 N. Yosemite Street,
Stockton, CA, 95203
Did you ever feel the urge to share your thoughts and memories but just didn’t know where to start? Let Debbie Gifford, U.S. Army veteran and retired English teacher, teach you how to do it in a warm, inviting space. Debbie focuses on one skill each week, Students write for 20 minutes and then have the opportunity to share their work if they wish.
WV & MSM Summit
9 A.M. TO 4:15 P.M, June 12, 2026
San Joaquin County Fairgrounds
1658 Airport Way,
Stockton, CA, 95206
Unite in fellowship for a day filled with inspiration from guest speakers to workshops and sessions to a veterans resource panel. Warrioress League 209 is proud to host a summit to bring veterans together. Hear Assemblywoman Rodeshia Ransom share her insights and Navy veteran Dr. Lonita Cordova talk about her experiences. To register, go to; https://form.jotform.com/261094234891055488
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Empowering Unity for a Stronger Tomorrow
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