Advisory Board on Women in the Coast Guard

The Coast Guard has selected advisors for a new board that will provide recommendations on matters relating to recruiting, retaining, advancing, and the wellbeing of women who serve in the Coast Guard. The Advisory Board on Women in the Coast Guard was authorized by Public Law 116– 283 (JAN. 1, 2021), also known as the William (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021. For more information, access: https://www.congress.gov/116/plaws/publ283/PLAW-116publ283.pdf

Nominations were first sought in January of 2023. 

The Advisory Board on Women in the Coast Guard complies with applicable Federal laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). All eligible personnel who have the capacity to work on complex issues concerning the recruitment, retention, wellbeing, and success of women service members are encouraged to apply for consideration.

Frequently Requested Documents: 

• Click here for the 2023 Selection Panel Precept for the Advisory Board on Women in the Coast Guard
• Click here for the Advisory Board on Women in the Coast Guard Charter
• Click here to access the Advisory Board on Women in the Coast Guard Frequently Asked Questions (current as of JAN 27, 2023).
• Click here for the Application Package for Selection to the Advisory Board on Women in the Coast Guard.
• Click here for Enclosure (1) Advisory Board Member Application.