MOAA’S Currently Serving Spouse Advisory Council is a diverse group of 15 active duty and reserve component spouses who represent the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard. This council is an advisory group to our President as well as a focus group for MOAA departments. Their feedback and observations are a valuable part of our spouse programs.
From Back L-R
Back Row: Barbara Salazar Torreon, Marta McClintock, Karen Francis, Laura Angle, Chelle McIntyre-Brewer
Middle Row: Leona Sachrison, JulieAnn Thomas, Shelley Bianca
Front Row: Hon. Erin Wirth, Kate Costa Leming, Krista Bulger, LT Tiffani Walker
Not Pictured: Dahlia Constantine, Col George Garrett – USMC, Ret.
Diversity wanted
Our Council members have been everyone from writers to volunteers to dual military - we welcome your diverse experiences. Past members include Tanya Biank, author of “Army Wives: the Unwritten Code of Military Marriages” which was the basis for the Lifetime show “Army Wives.” Council members serve one year terms and typically live in the DC Metropolitan area so they can commit to the four meetings during the yearlong tenure.
Why you should apply
The Council is an opportunity for you to impact MOAA programs, which reach 370,000 officers and their families - as well as the entire military community. You’ll network with local spouses from different services and participate in special events such as the annual Spouse Symposium, Storm the Hill and more.
The application period for the 2011-2012 council has closed. The 2012-2013 application will be available June 15, 2012. Contact Monique Rizer, deputy director, Spouse Programs for more information.