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# Jacksonville special emphasis program highlights ongoing efforts for women’s equality

By Leon MooreDLA Aviation Public Affairs

                RICHMOND, Va.  –              
Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Jacksonville hosted a virtual Women’s Equality special emphasis program event Sept. 7.

Supervisor Cell Chief for Avionics and Components Planning Division Bennora Simmons, who helped put the event together, said more than 130 people took part in the virtual event. That’s close to double the numbers they usually have for virtual special emphasis programs.

Melanie Lawson, morning news anchor for News 4 in Jacksonville, Florida, was the guest speaker. She talked about her experiences of being a female in the television broadcasting over the years. Lawson also took questions from those who attended.

“The value of these types of programs can’t be overstated,” said DLA Aviation at Jacksonville Officer-in-Charge Navy Cmdr. Brandon Palmer. “Not only do we fellowship and consort as a team, but our employees walk away with an increased level of understanding and broadened view of cultural or systemic differences.”

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