About the Chapter
Welcome!
The vision of the Greater Frederick Chapter of Women in Defense (WID-GFC) is to provide networking and professional development opportunities to promote the role of women in national defense and security, to support military service members, and to encourage partnerships between the local community and military bases such as Fort Detrick. Our local chapter will provide a forum for individuals in Frederick and nearby areas such as the I-270 corridor between Frederick and Rockville, the I-70 corridor between Frederick and Baltimore, and the Columbia, Maryland area. Additionally, we welcome people who are commuting from Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and the Leesburg, Virginia area.
WID-GFC will feature networking activities to include:
• Business Luncheons
• Prominent Speakers
• Receptions/Dinners
• Conferences
• Charity Events/Fundraisers
• Professional Workshops
• Golf Tournaments/Clinics
• Informal Networking/Socials
• Award/Scholarship ceremonies
Chapter Goals
• Gain Visibility in Local Community
• Increase WID-GFC Membership to over 100 members
• Encourage Active Participation by All Chapter Members
• Gain Committed Corporate Sponsors
• Award first scholarships by November 2009
• Start mentoring program by 31 December 2009
The WID-GFC is your source for networking, professional development and mentoring with other women leaders in the greater Washington DC area, specifically those working in defense-related industries.
This web site is designed to keep you informed of everything that is going on with WID-GFC: events, meetings, seminars, chapter news, and more! New events are added frequently, so keep visiting.
Women In Defense (WID), A National Security Organization affiliated with NDIA, provides its members with opportunities for professional development and networking, cultivating the advancement of women leaders in government and industry professions.
Membership
Membership in WID-GFC is automatic when you become a member of the national organization.
Membership in WID is open to all professional women and men whose primary professional activities are related to national defense or any aspect of national security. All WID members are automatically members of NDIA at no additional cost. Benefits of membership include:
- Networking and Professional Development Opportunities
- WID Newsletter
- WID Membership Directory
- Access to WID Job Bank
- WID and NDIA Membership Pins
- Subscription to National DEFENSE (the magazine of NDIA)
- Automatic membership in your local chapter of Women In Defense
Members are strongly encouraged to participate in meetings, seminars, and committee activities to ensure a mutually beneficial relationship between themselves and the organization.
Membership Dues
Annual dues are $35.
As a result of WID's status as an affiliate of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA), WID members are automatically members of NDIA and eligible for the privileges and rights of both organizations.
Membership must be renewed annually, and renewal fees will be due on your anniversary. For example, if you join Women In Defense in August of 2007, you will renew your membership in August 2008.
Join TODAY!
Sign up online now (WID is at the bottom of the page). Visit https://www.ndia.org/pages/login.aspx or 
Download/View/Print application and mail or fax it in, or if you have further questions email Loretta Hickman at lhickman@bmiconsulting.net .
When mailing in your application, include your check for $35 made out to Women In Defense and mail to:
Women In Defense
2111 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 400
Arlington , Virginia 22201-3061
WID offers complimentary three-year memberships to all currently-serving military and government employees. Download/View/Print the application and submit by fax or mail.
Already a member? Interested in serving on the WID-GFC Membership Committee? Email Cheryl Hull at chull@hjf.org .
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News & Events
Upcoming Events
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May 22, 2013 |
The Delaplaine Visual Arts Center
40 South Carroll Street
Frederick, MD |
Black Belt Leadership
What does martial arts training have to do with leadership? What can I learn about my own leadership style from a martial arts Master? You might be surprised! Scott Alexander will talk about several lessons that we can all use in our leadership positions today.
A light lunch will be included.
Time: Noon - 1:30 p.m.
This event is free to members, $10 for non-members but you must register.
Register at http://wid-may.eventbrite.com/#
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March 28, 2013 |
National Museum of Civil War Medicine (NMCWM)
48 East Patrick Street
Frederick, MD 21701 |
Women's History Month
Women In Defense, Greater Frederick Chapter in conjuction with Society of American Military Engineers, Frederick will present Women's Impact through out history.
All through history women have played a major role. This month's event will highlight the role women played during the Civil War, in medicine and in the armed forces.
Come join us to network and learn!
Schedule:
7:30 a.m. - Networking
8:00 a.m. - Program Starts
Admission is free, but you must register. Register today, space is limited
Register at http://wid-march.eventbrite.com/#
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January 31, 2013
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Fort Detrick Community Activities Center (CAC)
1529 Freedman Drive
Fort Detrick, MD
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Networking Event
WID-GFC is kicking the year off with new ideas, new events and lots of energy. Come join us for our January Breakfast networking event! Our topic this month is Women at the Front Line of Defense. The guest speaker will be, Joe Sliman, Senior Medical Director at Vanda Pharmaceuticals in Washington, DC.
Schedule:
7:30 a.m. - Networking
8:00 a.m. - Program Starts
Networking Breakfast is free for all attendees! We are encouraging individuals to join WID-GFC during this Networking Breakfast. Membership is only $35 and includes membership in the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA), discounted and free WID and NDIA events, and a subscription to National Defense Magazine. For more information on WID go to wid.ndia.org.
This event is free but you must register by January 28th.
We encourage you to join!
Register at http://wid-gfc-january2013.eventbrite.com/#
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November 15, 2012 |
The National Museum of Civil War Medicine
48 East Patrick St.
Frederick, MD 21705 |
Please join the WID Greater Frederick Chapter on Thursday, November 15, 2012, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. for a Brief Presentation, Networking, and NMCWM Tours at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine.
Light appetizers & drinks will be served.
Sponsored by:
The Callos Companies & The Savory Spoon Catering Co.
Please RSVP to Cheryl Hull at chull@hjf.org by Friday, November 9, 2012.
Download/Print/View event flyer.
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April 18, 2012
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National Museum of Civil War Medicine
48 East Patrick Sreet
Frederick, MD |
Networking Breakfast
Please join the WID Greater Frederick Chapter on April 18, 2012 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. for a Networking Breakfast titled "Meet Clara Barton" hosted at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine.
Please RSVP to Cheryl Hull at chull@hjf.org by April 13.
Schedule:
8:30-9:15 a.m.
Continental breakfast and network
9:15-10:00 a.m.
Clara Barton Presentation by CBMSO (Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office) Site Superintendent Susan Rosenvold
10:00-10:30 a.m.
Questions and network
Cost:
Free for WID members
$20 non-members
For Information and to RSVP:
Cheryl Hull
President
Women In Defense Greater Frederick Chapter
chull@hjf.org
240-694-2655
WID Membership are only $35 (free for government employees) and include membership in the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA), discounted and free WID and NDIA events, and a subscription to National Defense Magazine. For more information on WID go to wid.ndia.org. Join Today!
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Bylaws
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Programs
Community Outreach
The Women in Defense Greater Frederick Chapter wants to provide its Chapter members with current information about volunteering in our community, particularly as it relates to supporting active duty military and their families. We try to highlight upcoming or ongoing events. To suggest a new activity, learn more, or to join the Community Outreach committee of WID, please contact Luanne Houck at Luanne.houck@gdit.com.
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Contact Us
Are you a current member interested in serving on a WID-GFC committee? Please email Karen Dickman at Karen.dickman@gdit.com or Cheryl Hull at chull@hjf.org for information on how you can get involved.
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