2025 Nebraska Women Veterans Symposium

Hotel

The Holiday Inn Kearney is graciously offering attendees a discounted rate of $110 (plus tax) per night. To book your room at the discounted rate, click here or call 308-237-5971.

Agenda

Breakfast and lunch provided Saturday. Breakfast provided Sunday. VFW Post 759 hosting potluck Saturday 6-8pm (details below).

Friday, Sept 19

• 4:00-6:00 pm - Early Check-in

Saturday, Sept 20

• 7:30-8:30 am - Check-in
• 8:30 am-5:00 pm - Symposium Day 1
• 6:00-8:00 pm - BBQ at Kearney VFW 759
• 7:00-9:00 pm - Movie Night

Sunday, Sept 21

• 8:30 am-1:00 pm - Symposium Day 2

Presenters and Topics

• Keynote Speaker: Maj. Jennifer Crum
• Nebraska Department of Veterans' Affairs - benefits and services
• Veterans Health Administration - healthcare and eligibility
• VA Women Veterans Program
• Veteran Readiness and Employment
• VA Whole Health
• Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention
• New Century Art Guild
• PTSD/Trauma
• Suicide Prevention
• MOVE Program
• Hanes Mobile Military Museum
• plus activities and more

Thank You to Our Event Supporters

• Overhouse
• Right at Home
• VFW Foundation
• Adam and Sonja Hosler
• Sandhills Global
• Lincoln Veterans Parade
• Wounded Warriors Family Support

Registration Notes

Make sure you complete the entire registration, including the 2nd page with service branch, meals, and other questions!

Registration does not include hotel room, so be sure to also make arrangements if needed. If you are unable to attend or need to cancel your registration, please contact erin.colson@nebraska.gov ASAP so your spot can be opened up for another veteran to attend!

Exhibitors

Please contact erin.colson@nebraska.gov BEFORE registering for a table. Exhibition space is available for non-profits and government agencies. If you are planning to exhibit AND attend, you only need to register once as an exhibitor!