Resources List

Changing physical fitness standards with no rationale attempt to target women

Common myths and misconceptions about women in combat roles

A one-page overview of women are a force multiplier in combat arms

In 2013, the elite United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) addressed the combat exclusion rule with evidence, operational experience, and over a decade of implementation data. They determined that decades of rigorous analysis commissioned by the DoD and USSOCOM, as well as their own surveys of senior leaders, provided no compelling analytical justification for exclusion. A decade later, the evidence validates this approach.

DOD's proposed "review" of women in combat arms comes a decade after implementation. It's been reviewd extensively, and women have repeatedly proven themselves qualified and capable.

Secretary Hegseth issues 11 memos in the wake of the Quantico meeting. These proposals represent significant threats to military readiness. WiSCI summarizes the key concerns in this paper.

Former Assistant Secretary of Veterans Affairs and WiSCI Core Team Member Kayla Williams's public comment on the VA's intent to ban access to any and all abortion care - no exceptions.

A summary of the evidence of Secretary Pete Hegseth's lack of competence and character for the job.

This important documentary film details the decades-long battle military women fought to be allowed to serve in roles they were qualified for. WiSCI strongly supports the efforts of the producers to bring this film to the public.

A concerted attempt to erase women's history and fire senior women leaders represents a blow to military unit cohesiveness, teamwork, morale, and effectiveness.

Reproductive healthcare is critical for our service members. WiSCI's analysis shows the negative impact of threats to reduce or withhold healthcare based on politics.

A summary of WiSCI's position on protecting opportunities for military women to serve on a fair and equitable basis. Women have earned their place in the military by meeting and exceeding standards, and excelling in their roles. Efforts to deny them opportunities will disrupt units and directly affect important missions.

Military sexual assault destroys the trust necessary for unit cohesion and effective teamwork. WiSCI addresses attempts to marginalize sexual assault prevention and assault, and make it harder to report and punish offenders.

An assessment of the U.S. Marine Corps' Body Composition and Military Appearance Program (BCMAP) program. Researchers found that existing standards could drive Marines to adopt unhealthy behaviors, leading to long-term health problems. Communities of color and women are disproportionately affected.

USSOCOM Decision on Women in Combat Roles