The Iowa Women Veterans Conference 2026 is a powerful full-day gathering held at the historic Iowa Gold Star Military Museum in Fort Dodge, Iowa on April 18, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Organized by EANGUS Women's Affairs, this premier women veterans conference brings together female service members, veterans, and allies from across the state for a day dedicated to empowerment, connection, and community.
Women veterans are one of the fastest-growing segments of the veteran population, yet they often face unique challenges that go unaddressed in traditional veteran spaces. This conference was created specifically to change that — offering a safe, supportive, and energizing environment where women who have served can come together, share their stories, and access the resources they deserve.
Throughout the day, attendees will engage with expert panels and workshops covering healthcare access, mental health support, VA benefits navigation, financial literacy, career transitions, entrepreneurship, and housing resources. Sessions are designed to be interactive and practical, giving attendees actionable tools they can use immediately to improve their quality of life and post-service journey.
The Iowa Gold Star Military Museum provides a deeply meaningful backdrop for this event, honoring the legacy of Iowa's military heroes while creating space for the next generation of women veterans to write their own chapters. Patriotic displays and military history exhibits surround attendees throughout the day, reinforcing the pride and purpose that defines this community.
Networking breaks and social hours are woven throughout the schedule, giving attendees opportunities to forge lasting friendships and professional connections with fellow women veterans, advocates, and service providers. Many attendees report that the relationships built at events like this become among the most important of their post-service lives.
The conference is open to all women who have served in any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces, including National Guard and Reserve members. Registration is free and encouraged. Light refreshments are provided. Join your sisters in service for a day of inspiration, resources, and real talk from women who truly understand the military experience.
