Women from across the Commonwealth gathered last week to attend the Women in Skilled Careers Summit. They learned about barriers women face when working in skilled careers and brainstormed solutions to overcome these challenges.

Teachers, heat up your summer with these free professional development opportunities from WHRO Public Media.

Organizers are expecting large crowds again at this year's PrideFest in Norfolk, and WHRO Public Media will be there too. Stop by, say hello and pick up some WHRO swag!

Co-founded by Filipina American and queer teenagers, Fanny is the first all women band to release analbum with a major record label (Warner/Reprise, 1970). Revered by David Bowie, meet the mostgroundbreaking rock group you've never heard of... yet.

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Community Initiatives

Here's what we've currently got in the works to bring education, enlightenment, and inspiration to Hampton Roads.

American Graduate: Getting to Work initiative focuses on helping youth succeed in school, career, and life by exploring challenges to entering the workforce facing today's youth. Find out more

Veterans

Hampton Roads is home to over 217,000 veterans. We're currently involved in these initiatives with them:

Veterans Coming Home

Veterans Coming Home explores "what works" for veterans as they return to civilian life sharing both the challenges and success stories of veterans who are making a difference in the workplace, on campus, and in their communities.

Wall of Faces

There are 1,307 names of Virginian Vietnam veterans listed on The Wall. WHRO is proud to spearhead a state-wide initiative and engage partners and community individuals to ensure every Virginian listed has a photo. Find out more