Abstract
Women veterans seeking employment in rural areas often face several challenges, such as geographical barriers, limited employment opportunities, and a lack of childcare resources within their respective communities. This exploratory study builds on the 2001 report by the Women’s Research & Education Institute (WREI), which outlined the effects of military service on women veterans’ civilian employment prospects. In addition, it explores the specific challenges through a review of current literature, assessment of Bureau of Labor Statistics datasets, and the conduct and analysis of qualitative interviews. Addressing the needs of women veterans returning to rural environments for employment requires a three-pronged approach that includes measuring the effectiveness of current programs utilizing metrics specific to rural women veterans, revising programs to fit the needs of rural areas, and forming new partnerships to engage and educate rural employers on the value that women veterans bring to the workplace.
Recommended Citation
Szelwach, Celia, Jill Steinkogler, Ellen Badger, and Ria Muttukumaru. 2011. "Transitioning to the Civilian Workforce: Issues Impacting the Reentry of Rural Women Veterans." Journal of Rural Social Sciences, 26(3): Article 5. Available at: https://egrove.olemiss.edu/jrss/vol26/iss3/5
Publication Date
12-31-2011
