WomenWhoServe Magazine: April Issue (2018)

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An innovative young actress, Tamara Woods has launched an elevated career in the performance arts and film industry. Woods has trained and developed under international known actors and theatre companies such as: Destiny Productions Theater Ensemble, Broadway Dreams Foundation, Lantern; Actor/Director/Screenwriter Ted Lange from “The Love Boat”; Actor/Producer John Canada Terrell from “The Five Heartbeats;” Award Winning Actress, Veronica Redd from “The Young and the Restless;” Artistic Directors Jesse Cline, and Ozzie Jones to name a few. Woods continues to strive towards excellence as she expands her knowledge and skills through acting classes and modeling, while she builds a steady portfolio of professional acting gigs. Woods’ desire is to go from the Avenue of the Arts, Broad Street, in her hometown of Philadelphia to Broadway in New York, as well act in major films. Though a native of Philadelphia, Woods took to performing at age four, upon her arrival in Honolulu, Hawaii. She would stand in front of a mirror with a brush in hand, acting out every TV commercial and acceptance speeches of award winners. Along with learning how to dance at a young age, Woods also performed in plays at her church. Following high school, Woods enlisted in the United States Air Force. She is proud to have sacrificed her daily life to serve her country. Her last assignment was Operation Enduring Iraqi Freedom. During her deployment, Wood continued with her love of the arts by involving herself in mime performance, liturgical dance, choir, and a stage play. While in Ali Al Salem she assisted in the choreography of mime performances and praise dances. Over the pass 10+ years Woods has had the opportunity to be on set and work with A-list actors Bill Duke, Aunjanue Ellis, Tyrese Gibson, Clifton Davis, Sigourney Weaver, and Jennifer Aniston to name a few. She also worked twice with Emmy-Award Winning production, History Making Productions in their documentary series entitled "Philadelphia: The Great Experiment." Woods had a principal role reenacting Abolitionist/Nurse/Teacher, Charlotte Vandine Forten. The actress had a cameo appearance in “Sure Looks Good.” Woods has also had her share of appearances in commercials for leading brands such as Nike, Carnival and Forman Mills. When Tamara is not on set she is a Leading Lady on stage. Performances includes “God’s Trombones,” “Death of a Salesman,” “To Kill A Mockingbird,” “The Miracle Worker,” “A New Shade of Blue,” playing "Lady Day," and Broadway Dreams “Take It To The Limit: Porgy and Bess,” “Sister Act,” and “AIDA.” Tamara Woods Actress*Model Email: TamaraActs@yahoo.com Web: www.TamaraWoods.weebly.com FB: www.facebook.com/TheTamaraWoods "Let each of you look out not only for his own interest, but also for the interests of others". Philippians 2:4

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Woods recently finished her role as the lead actress in the movie, “A Sense of Purpose: Fighting For Our Lives.” She portrays Sgt. Diane Torres, an Army Medic, who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder after she was raped by her commanding officer on base one evening. Woods also portrayed American voting rights activist, civil rights leader, and philanthropist, Fannie Lou Hamer in “Freedom Smitty” which has been nominated for BEST ACTRESS IN A PLAY with the 2016 Broadway World Awards for "Best of Delaware Theatre"! When she’s not performing or acting, Woods is a doting wife and mother, and volunteer. She is a recipient of the Authentic Servant Leadership Award which honors many individuals who are serving in their communities and places of worship with a social consciousness to create conditions for advancement and personal transformation. “As long as I can remember, I have always enjoyed helping others,” Woods says. She is also a B.A.B.E.S. Honoree which honors women of diverse professions and experiences; creating an environment of love, acceptance, and protection through education, guidance, and creative arts. One of Woods’ favorite scriptures is Philippians 2:4, "Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others". Woods has this scripture on her website and as an email signature. She says, “It’s a reminder to let me know that this life is not about me but how I can serve others and be a reflection of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ”. Woods continues, “I get joy when I can help someone move forward to accomplish their goals, turn their dreams into reality, and bring their vision to fruition.”

As a woman of faith,Woods believes that God has blessed her with this talent and the gift to serve to use as a platform to do ministry. She serves on the Drama Ministry and Choir at her church, and Woods also makes appearances at other venues delivering inspirational presentations bringing the Bible to life.


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Army Veteran (AD): Caren Evangelista

WWSMagazine: How long have you served? I have been in the service for almost 20 years. I joined in August 7, 1998 at age 17. WWSMagazine: Why did you decide to join the Armed Forces? Do you have family members who serve or have served? I wanted to take advantage of the military’s educational benefit - free tuition assistance towards getting higher education. I also wanted to travel for free & seek more opportunities. My eldest sister joined the Active duty Army as a medic, two years before I did. She completed an 8 year contract. WWSMagazine: When were you diagnosed with Leukemia? Does Leukemia run in your family? **I was diagnosed with Leukemia on February 1, 2018. Leukemia does not run in my family. I am the first one in the family to ever been diagnosed with Leukemia. WWSMagazine: Were there any symptoms? **The only symptoms I noticed was my body itch. My whole body was so itchy that it kept me awake at night. It was one of the strangest things I’ve ever experienced. Overall my daily activities were normal & live a healthy & balanced lifestyle.

WWSMagazine:What are 2-3 major challenges you've faced or currently facing? * My overall energy level has decreased. I usually go to the gym twice a day without ever grtting tired or fatigued. The gym is my other home. I can’t even exercise anymore because I have shortness of breath & I get fatigue fast just doing routine activities at home such as doing laundry, cleaning the house, etc. ** I’m not allowed to go back to work because my immune system is weak. The more stress I get the weaker my immune system will become and the medications I’m taking won’t be as effective. Hence, I rest most of the days at home. I’m no longer in control. I can get sick quickly once exposed to someone who is sick. ***I take medications. I was fit & healthy prior to having cancer. I was planning to compete in bodybuilding this year & was about to sign up for a competition locally. Now, instead of taking supplemental vitamins I take medications to survive. I don’t usually take any oral meds even when I’m in pain and tolerate the pain naturally until it goes away. WWSMagazine: Has your branch of service and or Command been understanding during this journey? Are they providing needed support? **My brach of service & Command have been very understanding. They have been providing me with the best resources I could get. My coworkers have become my extended family and they have been great to myself and my family. I want to commend them for their patience during my treatments. I am thankful and blessed to be in this Command. I’m very proud to serve with them and I cannot wait to heal and come back soon! continued on next page

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Army Veteran (AD): Caren Evangelista

My name is Sergeant First Class Caren Evangelista. I was born in the Philippines and was raised in a small island of Guam. I’m 37 years old, single mother of two boys, Ethan (15 years old) and Calvin (13 years old). They both live with me and I love and enjoy spending quality time with them. I am currently battling cancer, Leukemia, a blood and bone marrow disease. I was diagnosed in February 2018 and following a treatment plan. Before cancer took place, I was and still am a huge fitness enthusiast. Initially, I was a marathoner and running long distances became my outlet for stress relief. I felt like I could run forever. In total, I ran 18 half marathons and four full marathon races. My fitness goal changed in 2015, that is, to become a bodybuilder. I just wanted to become stronger and transform my body with hopes of competing one day. While sharing my fitness journey, I did not realize I am also motivating others along the way, which also motivates me to keep going. I have always been a very curious type of a person. I wanted to see and know what is out there. I dreamt of the American dream. I wanted to see America, the land of the free. I just wanted to be different and not be the same as everyone else on the island. I wanted to leave and travel for free. I wanted to aspire, be inspired, and reach my potential. I thought joining the Army answered most of my curiosity in life. I have been in the Army for almost 20 years now. I joined the Guam Army National Guard at age seventeen as a medic. I was a parttime Soldier and a full-time civilian. My basic training was at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri and my advanced individual training was at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Back then, I thought that this was the most daring adventure I have experienced. But there were more. It was just the beginning. Most of the highlights I had with the Guam Army National Guard as a medic was spent doing humanitarian services. The first one was after the Hurricane Katrina in Louisiana providing medical and dental support to those who were affected by the natural disaster. The effect of that mission gave me a purpose and true meaning on what the uniform and organization was all about. The generosity, team cohesion – were all aligned with my beliefs and values. That experience inspired and motivated me to stay in the military for as long as I could. Then, I was set off to another medical mission in the Philippines. I was honored to teach combat life saver courses in my native language, Tagalog, with the Philippine Army. The Filipinos were very grateful and I felt very appreciated. Next, I deployed in Djibouti, Horn of Africa as a senior medic for a whole year and was able to work with the French Army and learned local cultures. During those times, I was always invited to sing the US National Anthem. It was such an honor and humbling experience.

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In 2010, I decided to transfer over to the Army Reserve for more opportunities. Every year, I would travel back and forth from Guam to Hawaii to work in Tripler Army Medical Hospital for three weeks. I would always volunteer to be assigned in the Emergency Department since that was the closest I could get to being in a combat zone. I loved my job as a medic. Then, I traveled to London, United Kingdom to participate in a Military Exchange Program and worked with the British Army Medical unit for three weeks. It was a phenomenal experience of a lifetime! In addition, I got picked up a couple of times to travel for free and run in the Army ten-miler in Washington, D.C. During all these military experiences, I was working as a full-time Program Analyst with the Navy. It came to a point that I was having a hard time balancing both my civilian and military careers. So, I decided to apply as a full-time Soldier in the Active Guard Reserve (AGR) program. I was immediately picked up as a recruiter in the AGR program. In 2014, my first assignment was in Santa Rosa, California. I knew that it was going to be challenging for my little family and myself – being in a new place, thousands of miles away from home, not knowing anybody, literally no family members nearby, while being a single parent. I did not expect that it would actually turn out quite an adventure experience. I traveled so many times. I gained a new family. In 2016, I was assigned to Deerfield, Illinois, which is my current job as a Healthcare (Medical) Recruiter. While serving as a part-time Soldier, I obtained my Associate’s degree in Healthcare Administration from American Public University System, Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from University of Phoenix, and Master’s degree in Human Resources from the University of Phoenix. My short-term goal is to defeat cancer and my long-term goal is to retire as a Sergeant Major in the Army.


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Melanie Bell-Carter From July 2015 – present, Lieutenant Colonel Melanie Bell-Carter serves as the Assistant Chief of Staff, G-1 at Marine Corps Combat Development Command/Combat Development and Integration; Quantico, Virginia. Lieutenant Colonel Bell-Carter possesses a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Resource Management, Masters of Military Operational Art and Science Degree, Master’s Degree in Organizational Development and Management and is pursuing a PhD Organizational Development. A native of Cleveland, Mississippi, she enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1992 and graduated from recruit training Marine Corps Recruit Depot; Parris Island, South Carolina. Upon graduation from recruit training, she attended the Aviation Ordnance Course at Naval Air Station (NAS), Millington, Tennessee. Upon completion in November 1992, she attended the AV-8B Armament Organizational Systems Maintenance Course at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS), Cherry Point, North Carolina. Her personal awards include: Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, two Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals, three Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals, two Good Conduct Medals and a host of Meritorious Masts, Certificates of Commendations, and Letters of Appreciations. Lieutenant Colonel Bell-Carter has two children; Erik age 23 and Kennedi age 10. www.WomenVeteransMagazine.org


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February 1993, MCAS Yuma, Arizona, Aviation Ordnanceman at Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 13 (MALS-13) and later served with MALS-36 in Okinawa, Japan. February of 1996- Norfolk, Virginia, Instructor Training Course. Upon completion, she transferred to MCAS Cherry Point, NAMTRAGRUDET, to attend the Curriculum Developers Course then served with Marine Attack Training Squadron 203 as an Aviation Ordnance Instructor. July 1998- Naval Air Station, Meridian, Mississippi, Aviation Operations Course. While attending the course, she was selected to the Meritorious Commissioning Program. December 1998- Graduated Officer Candidate School, Quantico, Virginia. In January 1999, she reported to The Basic School at Quantico and graduated in July of 1999. August 1999- Camp Johnson, North Carolina, she graduated the Adjutant’s Course. She later attended the Legal Officer’s Course at Naval Base San Diego, California. September 1999- Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton, California, Adjutant and Legal Officer for Headquarters & Service Battalion, 1st Force Service Support Group (FSSG). March 2000- 1st FSSG Headquarters, Human Resources Officer. March 2001- 1st Transportation Support Battalion, and then I Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group, Adjutant and Legal Officer. During that tour, she participated in Exercise Ulchi Focus Lens in Seoul, Korea from July through September 2001. August 2002 to March 2003, she deployed to Bagram, Afghanistan in support of OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM as the Officer-in-Charge of the Joint Visitors Bureau with Combined Joint Task Force 180. June 2003- Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, South Carolina, Deputy Assistant Chief of Staff, G-1, Adjutant and Airport Liaison Officer for the Depot and Eastern Recruiting Region. July 2006- MCB Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, Adjutant, Legal Officer and the PSD Company Commander at Marine Aircraft Group 24. June 2009- Headquarters U.S. Marine Corps, Programs & Resources Department, Administrative Officer, Security Manager, and Operational Sponsorship Manager. June 2010- Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory, Staff Secretary and Administrative Officer. September 2012- Marine Corps Forces Central Command Forward [MARCENT (FWD)], Naval Support Activity, Kingdom of Bahrain, Assistant Chief of Staff, G-1 and Headquarters Company Commander. September 2013- MARCENT Coordination Element-Bahrain, Deputy Officer-in-Charge. August 2014 to June 2015- Air Command and Staff College; Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, Masters of Military Operational Art and Science Degree.

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Navy Veteran

Amy Steven

I am a US Navy service disabled veteran. Currently working in Germany as a Military Family Life Consultant. Previously the Director of Psychological Health for the Georgia National Guard. I am the Founder of Georgia Military Women, an online Facebook group for women in Georgia. We have over 2600 members and seek to empower and celebrate the community of women vets in our state.

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Army Veteran Robin Harder

Robin Harder is the Founder and President of the Women Veterans of San Antonio (WVSA), a 501(c)(19) nonprofit Veteran membership organization. Robin first created the organization on social media in 2013 while she was still serving on active duty. The mission of the Women Veterans of San Antonio is to serve, honor, and empower women Veterans from all eras and branches of service. This is accomplished by providing women Veterans opportunities to network, socialize, volunteer, and giving back to the Veteran community all while bringing public awareness to the specific issues of women Veterans. Robin Harder is a 20-year Veteran of the U.S. Army. She served as a Russian and Spanish Cryptologic Linguist and was stationed at Fort Bragg; Fort Drum; Fort Meade; the Defense Language Institute (DLI) in Monterey, California twice; Wiesbaden Army Air Field in Germany; Brindisi, Italy; Fort Sam Houston; and Goodfellow AFB twice as a student and once as an Advanced Individual Training Instructor/Platoon Sergeant. Robin holds an MS in Nonprofit Management from Our Lady of the Lake University, and a BA in Women's Studies. She is also a 2018 Inductee into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame. Robin has provided over 650 women Veterans in San Antonio and the surrounding communities with not only support, but also empowerment while experiencing a challenging reintegration into civilian life. This has been accomplished by affording members personal, meaningful interaction, and by connecting them to their communities through networking, volunteerism, and social activities. Robin and the WVSA has also become a touchstone for women Veterans in the community looking for other Veteran support organizations. Robin has made personal contacts with community Veteran support organizations (VSOs), and is able to support and uplift these VSOs by referring WVSA members to them and their services. Helping not only women Veterans, but those still serving on Active Duty, the Reserves, and National Guard, Robin has expanded outreach, engagement, and connection with homeless women Veterans in San Antonio. This has been accomplished through four consecutive years of partnering with the American GI Forum and their Veteran’s Day Stand Down, which provides homeless Veterans access to the services of more than 50 community agencies. Most of the services provided at the Stand Down are focused on the male Veteran. Robin and the WVSA focus their efforts on filling a specific void for female Veteran support. This is accomplished by providing resources, clothing, and much needed hygiene items to the homeless women Veterans in attendance at the Stand Down. www.WomenVeteransMagagazine.org


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"Women Veterans of San Antonio"

Since 2014, the WVSA has provided over 400 homeless women Veterans hygiene items, individually sized bras and underwear, as well as supplies specific to the needs of women Veterans. Participation in the Stand Down has not only provided WVSA members with another avenue for bonding, socializing, and networking with other community partners, but also offers homeless women Veterans a stepping stone of reconnection and camaraderie that leads to more profound service engagement and eventually into self-sufficiency. In 2015, Robin spearheaded the efforts in getting the Women Veterans of San Antonio established as a nonprofit organization. In 2016, the WVSA was awarded their nonprofit status as a 501(c)(19) Veterans organization. Since the formation of the Women Veterans of San Antonio, Robin has created a space on social media for women Veterans. The WVSA can now be found on Meetup, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Robin also created and maintains the organization’s webpage: WomenVeteransOfSanAntonio.org. Women Veterans across Texas have reached out to Robin in the hopes of creating organizations in their towns that mirror the Women Veterans of San Antonio model. These opportunities are currently still being considered. As an Operation Enduring Freedom Combat Veteran, Robin has been a member of a local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post for over three years. She has become a bridge between the VFW and the Women Veterans of San Antonio. Robin has been the Jr. Vice Commander for VFW Post 7108 for the past two years and is a strong advocate for changing the image of the VFW into one that is more diverse, family friendly, and includes all generations of combat Veterans. Robin specifically focuses on educating and recruiting female Veterans who may otherwise disregard the Veterans of Foreign Wars due to their dated, misconceived image. Robin Harder saw a void in “Military City, USA” in regards to their support of women Veterans. So, she filled that void by creating the Women Veterans of San Antonio nonprofit organization. She also saw a lack of OIF/OEF Veteran support of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, so she joined the VFW in efforts to bridge that gap and bring in a more diverse membership to the diminishing organization. It cannot be denied that Robin’s heart lies with Veterans and their continued service engagement.

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Navy Veteran

Tamika Quinn

Tamika Quinn is a sought after John Maxwell Team Certified National Speaker, Author, Trainer and Coach who has served up inspiring and captivating messages to audiences locally and abroad, with humor, candor and power for more than 15 years. She has graced faith based pulpits, corporate training rooms, college campuses and conference stages sharing her expertise, experience, and enthusiasm for helping people get unstuck and move forward in their life, business and ministry, even after tragedy. Surviving two strokes and being paralyzed on her entire left side has provided Tamika with a new outlook on life and her purpose in it. Having to relearn how to walk, tie her shoelaces, and drive a car and more has taught her the value of patience, faith, and spiritual gratuity so she’s always looking to pay it forward. As a Veteran, widow and now single parent, Tamika is no stranger to adversity. She knows all too well what being dealt an unfair hand feels like, but her outlook on life remains positive and she uses every situation that has crossed her path as an opportunity for growth and development. Constantly eager to help educate, bring awareness and support others, Tamika was recognized as American Stroke Association's 2016 Stroke Hero. A recognition that landed her on a National campaign with the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. Be on the lookout for her face online and on billboards across the country helping to bring awareness to and prevent stroke.

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Tamika is no stranger to being recognized on various platforms for her leadership and philanthropic efforts. Most recently being awarded: -Journey for Success Legendary Pearl Legend in the Making 2017 ACHI Magazine Mentor of the Year 2016 -PBW Still I Stand Award 2016 -MLK Dream Keeper Award 2015 -Blessed Lifestyle Magazine Woman of the Year 2014 -Kelly’s Choice Caregiver Award 2014 These awards truly exemplify the calling on her life. This once teen mother from North Philly has become a walking indictment of defying the odds and overcoming any negative obstacle placed before her. Tamika is notably the CEO and brains behind multiple brands that fall under the G.L.A.M. (Giving Life and Motivation) family. All extremely innovative and successful. She is no stranger to hard work and dedication. The success of others both personally and professionally is her priority. Tamika has led several successful community initiatives but one in particular is truly near and dear to her heart called “Purses with Purpose” benefiting women and girls living in homeless shelters in Virginia, Delaware and Philadelphia, PA. Owner of Pink Carpet Glam Girl, a girl empowerment agency that offers both spa parties and motivational workshops on etiquette, selfconfidence and leadership. Her presence is sought after nationwide. Whether a key note speaker, red carpet host or expert panelist, Tamika has a charismatic powerful demeanor and passion for success that will eloquently convey your intended message in a manner that effectively impacts your audience of women or children .


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Navy Veteran Kim Cross

Kim Cross is a Navy veteran and small business owner who works for people with skin sensitivities by handcrafting goat's milk soaps, lotions, and 100% soy candles. Having struggled with psoriasis for over 20 years, she knows first hand how problematic it can be to achieve soft nourished skin without painful side effects from harsh chemicals. Coat Drive Description & Info: Kim and her husband Jeff -- also a Navy vet -- annually collect coats and other cold weather gear for local homeless veterans and their families. In two years they've successfully collected over 530 coats along with hats, scarves, gloves, socks, and even tee shirts to be dispersed in the Charlotte area, Greensboro, Kernersville, and northern South Carolina. The coat drive begins in October and runs through Thanksgiving weekend. Gently used warm coats and accessories in all sizes are accepted at several locations from as far away as Virginia to Western North Carolina to South Carolina; depending on who participates. All coats and accessories are packed up in individual bags with a "Note of love & care" from local elementary school kids. The final let is coordination with a field representative with the Health Care for Homeless Veterans Program to pick up the bags. "We get overwhelmed with coats at some point during the 2 months we are accepting coats, but it's SO heartwarming and encouraging to see the goodness still left in a world of so much chaos. I pray it's a good example to our kids to grow up with a giving heart and kind spirit."

Ways To Participate: In the Charlotte area - send an email to: mikidi3@gmail.com with "Coat Drive Participant" in the subject line to be added to the email that goes out in September with the details of the 2018 drive. Not local? Start a drive in your area or reach out to your local Health Care for Homeless Veterans Program. Start a movement to help end veteran homelessness!

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