Who We Are & What We Do

Gina, a former Royal Signals soldier and dedicated advocate, serves as an ambassador for The V Word, supporting women veterans.

 

Her outstanding military career spans numerous operations, and she's received awards such as the Soldiering On Inspiration Award in 2022 and the Veterans Awards Volunteer of the Year in 2023.

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Gina actively fundraises and motivates others through public speaking engagements at charity events for organisations like SSAFA, Sporting Force, ACCT UK, and more.

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As an ambassador for End Suicide, she passionately supports mental health initiatives and has made significant contributions to charitable causes, including an art foundation for cancer patients and a poetry book for charity.

 

Gina's commitment extends to The Purple Warriors, promoting camaraderie and support through sports. Additionally, she serves as an ambassador for Woody's Lodge, a space offering  support to veterans.

 

Her continued dedication to charitable work and her special focus on supporting women veterans make her a valuable addition to The V Word community.

As an ambassador for The V Word, Rachel's journey is truly inspiring. 

 

Throughout her career in the Royal Navy, she fearlessly tackled challenges, excelled outside her comfort zone, and achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the solo female officer serving at sea in the Federal German Navy Frigate KÖLN. 

 

Rachel is known for her unwavering commitment, strong work ethic, and her ability to infuse a sense of fun into her endeavours. 

 

Rachel's passion for people, along with her exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to build relationships, make her a true servant leader. Demonstrated by her active roles as a parent governor and member of the PTA committee at her children’s primary school and also as a volunteer NHS responder.

 

Her emotional intelligence and empathy have proven invaluable, making her the perfect candidate for ambassador of our women veterans community.

 

Rachel is passionate about empowering women veterans and challenging stereotypes. She is a dedicated advocate, actively engaged in supporting and uplifting the community.

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Charlotte is an Army Officer, Chartered Engineer, and dedicated leader advocating for the elimination of gender-specific pronouns limiting the capabilities of women veterans.

 

Her message challenging stereotypes went viral in March 2021 and garnered over 1.5 million views, 30,000 reactions, and 1,500 comments, making her an authentic and transformative leader.

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With over two decades of service as an engineering officer in the Royal Electrical Mechanical Engineers (REME), Charlotte's journey is exceptionally inspiring.

 

She is passionately pursuing success as a future veteran, engaging with the community through school talks, webinars, blog appearances, and think group collaborations.

 

Her contributions include serving on the DSET annual conference committee and the Defence Women's Action Board.

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Charlotte is a proud ambassador for The V Word, working to increase the visibility of women veterans in a positive and empowering way,  along with women in STEM, as the proud founder of STEMinistsUK.​

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Dominic O'Sullivan, a former RAF Physical Training Instructor with 15 years of service, is dedicated to empowering veterans in their transition to civilian careers.

 

He collaborates with JobOppO, a veteran-focused organisation, to facilitate employment opportunities for fellow service members.

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Dominic hosts the NAAFI Break podcast, which has featured Ria Jackson, Founder of The V Word, offers valuable insights for veterans.

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Beyond his professional contributions, Dominic is a philanthropist and ambassador for Scotty's Little Soldiers, a charity supporting children who've lost a parent in the armed forces. 

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Dominic is also the sponsor of the Visible podcast, demonstrating his commitment to raising awareness and supporting initiatives that positively impact veterans. His dedication extends to raising the profile of women veterans, showcasing his allyship in this important cause.

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"As a father to three young women and a proud grandparent to four girls, I have a personal desire to ensure that the next generation of women seeking to join the military have the best possible experience, free from the past mistakes in culture and prejudices."