Women represent the fastest-growing population among military service members and veterans. As the population grows, we continue to learn more about their experiences.
In Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) research, for instance, women warriors report a lack of recognition for their service and a misconception of women in combat. They report higher rates of military sexual trauma (MST) and are more likely to present with moderate to severe symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression and anxiety than male warriors.
While women are breaking down barriers in service to our country, they still experience unique challenges – in uniform and after service.
WWP developed the Women Warriors Initiative to address these disparities and empower our sisters who have served.
of women warriors had difficulty or delayed getting care for physical injuries or problems.
53.2%
64.9%
of WWP women warriors experienced sexual harassment during service compared to 5.1% of male warriors.
76.9%
of women warriors have sought professional mental health care.
64.9%
of WWP women warriors experienced sexual harassment during service compared to 5.1% of male warriors.
of women warriors had difficulty or delayed getting care for physical injuries or problems.
53.2%
76.9%
of women warriors have sought professional mental health care.
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Women Warriors Report
Download the 2023 Women Warriors Report Executive Summary