Date of Paper
5-2017
Type of Paper
Clinical research paper
Degree Name
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)
Department
Social Work
First Advisor
Mari Ann Graham
Department/School
Social Work
Abstract
The terms veteran, or soldier, typically evoke a male image, creating barriers to female veteran identity and recognition. Using a case study methodology, one female veteran’s perspective was explored using qualitative interviews and supporting documents. Findings show that the female veteran had the same training and deployment experiences as her male counterparts, and therefore, demonstrates her full status as a veteran. Also noted are the ways in which her female identity as a veteran was expressed and experienced by others. This case study involves perspectives related to female veteran identity across three generation and suggests changes related to females in combat roles and societal progress in terms of supporting women in the military. Implications for social workers include learning more about the military culture, asking about veteran status, and providing social work courses with a military emphasis.
Recommended Citation
Anderson, Kimberly. (2017). A Case Study of Veteran Identity as a Female. Retrieved from Sophia, the St. Catherine University repository website: https://sophia.stkate.edu/msw_papers/702