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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:

This web site is designed to keep you informed about our exciting events and programs, leadership and volunteer opportunities, and corporate sponsorship program. Updates are made regularly so we would encourage you to visit the site often. If you have any comments or suggestions about our website, please contact our webmaster, Teresa Hendrickson, teresa.hendrickson@gdit.com.


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