A forum and a town hall event are scheduled in Oak Harbor on April 23.

Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) will host a Women Veterans Forum from 8:30-9:30 a.m. and a Veterans Town Hall from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the American Legion at 690 Southeast Barrington Drive in Oak Harbor.

This double event is presented by the Governor’s Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee (VAAC) and the Women Veterans Advisory Committee (WVAC).

During the town hall, community partners and service providers will discuss how they are helping local veterans and their families. All are welcome to attend and learn more about the programs and services available to veterans, families and resource providers.

Women veterans are encouraged to participate in the forum to network, talk about their needs in the are and discuss how WDVA can provide equitable access and support through ongoing outreach and engagement. The WVAC works to ensure that women veterans in Washington have fair access to VA services and benefits provided by the federal and state.

The VAAC advises the Governor and the Director of the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs on issues and programs concerning veterans. Join the livestream starting at 10 a.m., where the audience will also have an opportunity to comment and ask questions by registering at VAAC Town Hall – Island County Registration.

Visit www.dva.wa.gov or call 1-800-562-2308 for additional information.