From staff reports
The Center for Women Veterans recently announced their selection of 28 women veterans for the 2025 Department of Veteran Affairs Center for Women Veterans Trailblazers “Women Forging a Path” initiative.
Beaufort County Veterans Affairs Director Caroline Fermin has been chosen as one of the 28 women Veterans to be honored with this national award and recognition.
“I am profoundly honored to receive this award,” Fermin said in a news release. “It reaffirms my commitment to making a difference to those who served.”
From their website: The Center for Women Veterans (CWV) is proud to announce the CWV 2025 Women Veteran Trailblazers Initiative “Women Making the Difference.” We have defined a woman Veteran Trailblazer as a woman who has served and separated from the service and makes an impact by enhancing the lives of other Veterans, Veteran families, or Veteran caregivers.
“Beaufort County is so fortunate to have Caroline as a member on our team,” said Audra Antonacci-Ogden, Assistant County Administrator-Community Services. “Every day she shows her passion and dedication to our veterans and their families.”
