The 2026 Women Veterans Conference is in the books!
June 8–10, 2026 · Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center
Thank you to every veteran, speaker, sponsor, volunteer, and friend who made this weekend unforgettable. Take a look back at the sights and sounds — and share your own photos with us.
Dates
June 8th, 9th, and 10th, 2026
Location
Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center
100 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Thank You
Over three days at the Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center, women who have served and their supporters came together for connection, resources, and celebration — closing with the Boots & Gowns Gala.
We're grateful to our keynote speaker, presenters, sponsors, vendors, volunteers, and every attendee who made the weekend a success. Scroll down for sights and sounds from the conference.
Have photos or video? We'd love to add them.
Share Your Photos
Did you capture moments from the conference? Email your photos and video clips to us and we may feature them here.
Email Your PhotosOr email us directly at toni@veteran1st.org
Speakers & Special Guests
Revisit the bios for our keynote speaker Zaneta Adams and the advocates, veterans, and clinicians who joined us across the three days.
View SpeakersConference Schedule
Look back at the day-by-day schedule of sessions, workshops, the keynote, and the Boots & Gowns Gala.
View ScheduleA three-day experience designed for women veterans
From wellness programming to community celebration, this conference centered on connection, resources, and recognition.
Community Connection
Women veterans, mentors, and community partners came together.
Whole-Health Sessions
Wellness, yoga, and dietician-led sessions focused on total health.
Resources & Navigation
Veteran resources, advocacy support, and service-to-CEO pathways.
Boots & Gowns Gala
A community celebration with red carpet moments and a silent auction.
Topics We Explored
- Becoming Financially Savvy
- Service to CEO — all about Entrepreneurship & Employment
- Safe Harbor Topics: DV, IPV
- Boots & Gowns Gala with a silent auction for Veteran 1st
- Whole health, yoga, dietician class
- Boots to Babies, Menopause
Moments from the conference
A look back at the connection, learning, and celebration that filled the weekend.
Were you there? Send us your shots.
Email your conference photos and video clips and we'll help round out the gallery.
Thank you to our 2026 Women Veterans Conference Sponsors
We would like to thank those who sponsored our 2026 Women Veterans Conference. This weekend was made possible by their generous support.
Questions or partnership ideas? We’d love to hear from you.