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United States Department of Defense
Military Network Facebook Group
Lean In Military Network Facebook group
4 members
USAF Officers Lean In Together
A circle for USAF officer women AND men to lean in together. Men asking for mentorship on how to best engage ...
32 members
in Laughlin Air Force Base
Lean in Laughlin
Life at a UPT base can get crazy; maintaining and honing your skills as an officer and leader can get overrun ...
11 members
in Ramstein-Miesenbach
Lean In Ramstein
The Ramstein Air Base Circle is open to all members, military and civilian, men and women, who are dedicated t...
29 members
in Key West
Lean In Key West
Service Women Encouraging, Empowering, and Thriving. This group is for military members and supporters interes...
3 members
in Altus
Lean In Altus
Mentoring leaders in the Altus Air Force Base community.
10 members
in Fort Belvoir
NCC FM Residency
Gender: Co-Ed Status: Active Duty Description: Lean In Circle for residents and faculty of the NCC Family Me...
5 members
in Omaha
STRAT Women
Upcoming Meetings: TBD January 2017 -- Topic: "Confidence & Combating Self-Doubt" Men and women including ...
47 members
in Monterey
DLI Students
This circle is for female students of all ranks/services at DLI who are working to advance themselves professi...
2 members
United States Marine Corps in Camp Lejeune
Camp Lejeune All Ranks
The Camp Lejeune Lean In Circle will provide support for women Marines as well as other women leaders in the C...
53 members
United States Air Force in San Antonio
AFCEC - San Antonio
AF Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) San Antonio Lean In chapter aims to provide a peer mentoring network to share...
11 members
in Eielson Air Force Base
Lean In Eielson
WeConnect which forms a relationship. Relationships create the ability to influence. Influence leads to insp...
2 members
United States Military in North Charleston
A Tribe Called Strength
This circle is A Tribe of like minded individuals who are determined to find sisterhood, promoting a healthy w...
7 members
in Colorado Springs
NORAD-USNORTHCOM
Open to women and men, civilian and military, who are part of the NORAD-USNORTHCOM community interested in wor...
2 members
in Fairfield
Girl Docs
Girl Docs is formed from physicians at David Grant Medical Center who are committed to improving leadership in...
10 members
United States Air Force Academy (USAFA)
Medical Professionals
A network of medical professionals and interested cadets for professional and leadership development through p...
3 members
in Aurora
Aurora-Colorado
Leanin/Military - Aurora, Colorado for interested members living/working in or around Aurora, Colorado, includ...
11 members
in Las Vegas
Creech
This circle is for female members in NW LAs Vegas who would like a little bit of support, encouragement, advic...
9 members
in Nuremberg
german armed forces
The German armed forces, the Bundeswehr, first allowed female soldiers to join its ranks forteen years ago. To...
1 member
United States Marine Corps in Quantico
MCU
Our members are resident students at Marine Corps University. Our goal is to network, build bonds and mentor e...
12 members
Navy Musicians
This circle is for us to share experiences and advice on overcoming challenges as women in the military music ...
5 members
Travis AFB Lean In
Military women at Travis AFB, CA
1 member
United States Air Force in East Granby
CTANG
Started by the MXG, we aim to foster bonds, mentors and learning experiences to assist members in attaining th...
10 members
in Okinawa
Okinawa Strong
Women serving in the U.S. military face challenges of inclusion that are both similar to and different from ci...
2 members
Lean In NSWC Dahlgren, V31
Gender: Co-Ed Status: Civilian Description: Our objective is to support V31 employees in their career develo...
1 member
in St. Louis
Mighty Mississippi Metamorphosis
Gender: Co-Ed Status: Active Duty Description: To learn and grow together, becoming stronger and more understa...
4 members
in Great Falls
Lean In Malmstrom
Professional military women engaging in conversation, inspiration and support as we tackle career/ life challe...
13 members
in Barksdale Air Force Base
AFGSC
Open for all participants on Barksdale AFB and throughout AFGSC!!! :)
37 members
United States Air Force Academy (USAFA)
Cadet's Stand Up
Providing a forum for cadets to discuss, share, and learn about the topics they are passionate about.
5 members
United States Air Force in Little Rock
Diversity In Leadership
The purpose of this group is to connect leaders at Little Rock AFB and discuss topics of leadership in order t...
9 members
in Honolulu
PACOM
The PACOM Headquarters Lean In Circle was established for all assigned DoD personnel, military and civilians. ...
73 members
Wisconsin Army National Guard in Madison
Lean In Wisconsin Guard
Our goal is to inspire and motivate leaders. We embrace the innovation of the Lean In philosophy and help eac...
3 members
United States Armed Forces in Honolulu
Let's Connect JBPH-H
Creating an environment for open communication to increase dynamic contributions and promote teamwork in order...
33 members
United States Air Force in Offutt Air Force Base
Lean In Team Offutt
Lean in Team Offutt provides an opportunity for personal and professional development in a small more comforta...
6 members
United States Cyber Command in Fort Meade
Lean In CYBERCOM
Lean In circle at US Cyber Command, Fort Meade, MD
4 members
in Lakenheath
Team Liberty
We are a group of educated, motivated women, working together to foster professionalism and personal growth.
19 members
Defense Media Activity in Fort Meade
Lean in DMA HQ
This circle supports members of the Defense Media Activity (DMA) community and is open to all members (Men, Wo...
14 members
The Military Leader
Combat Boots and High Heels
This is designed to support women in the military catering to women of all ranks that are attempting to advan...
46 members
in Beaufort
MCRDPI
Gender: Co-Ed Status: Active Duty Description: This circle was created to provide personal and leadership deve...
5 members
in Biloxi
Mississippi Gulf Coast
Gender: Female Only Status: Active Duty Description: A circle for those serving in units along the Mississippi...
1 member
Ductus Exemplo Consilium
Meaning: Ductus Exemplo is Latin for "lead by example.” Motto: "Exemplo plus quam ratione vivimus" which me...
13 members
United States Armed Forces in San Antonio
Joint Base San Antonio-All Ranks
This circle is for military women of all ranks and branches of the military. This circle meets once a month t...
8 members
Lean In Sister Chiefs
Lean In Sister Chiefs serves as a group for Chief Master Sergeants across the United States Air Force. This p...
41 members
in Newport
NUWC Newport
This group is for DoD civilians at NUWC Newport and NAVSEA headquarters. Members are interested in mentorship...
6 members
in Columbus
Columbus AFB
Gender: Co-Ed Status: Active Duty Description: Connect female Instructor Pilots to mentor female students, giv...
4 members
in Fort Bragg
Fort Bragg Women
A safe group for civilian and military women focused on leadership development.
1 member
United States Air Force Academy (USAFA)
Falcon
Initial Circle at USAFA for both PP and Cadets.
19 members
in 1063
SWEET
Service Women Encouraging, Empowering, and Thriving. This group is for military members and supporters interes...
4 members
in Quantico
AFOSI Lean In
To provide a forum for connection and discussion. This circle supports members of the Air Force Office of Spec...
5 members
United States Air Force
TogetherWeWill
A collective of support intended to inspire, challenge and foster members to embrace personal and professional...
23 members
in Atlantic Beach
SFO FT Macon
A circle to support women at work and in leadership, particularly in the military. A circle that works to fin...
1 member
San Diego County Military Chapter
This circle is open to all U.S. military women, whether active duty, retired, or honorably separated worldwide...
72 members
in Montgomery
SOS Faculty
We're a Lean In Circle for faculty of the Air Force's Squadron Officer School. We meet to share our stories a...
2 members
White House Military Office in Washington
White House Military Office
Meet Together. From the support and encouragement of a small, trusted group, we can reach our personal and pro...
12 members
United States Navy in Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam
Hawaii Region CEC and Seabee WPN
The mission of the CEC and Seabee WPN is to promote diversity within the CEC; E-7 and above, OF-07 enlisted co...
5 members
in Fort Meade
Fort Meade Lean In
Women in government collaborating and supporting each other.
8 members
in McChord Air Force Base
Lean In Bigfoot
Gender: Co-Ed Status: Reserves Description: Empowering women of the Western Air Defense Sector to help each ot...
13 members
in Monterey
Lean In Military Grad Students
Gender: Co-Ed Status: Active Duty Description: This circle is aimed at NPS grad students interested in buildin...
11 members
in Virginia Beach
Lady Veterans of Hampton Roads
Gender: Female Only Status: Civilian Description: This is a circle for lady veterans in the Hampton Roads area...
3 members
in Minneapolis
934AW
Also see the Facebook groups: - Lean In Military Network - Lean In Women Veterans Gender: Co-Ed Status: ...
7 members
in Philadelphia
NSWC-Philadelphia
Gender: Any Status: Civilian Description: Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division
8 members
in Santa Clara
Northern/Central Ca Women Veterans
Gender: Co-Ed Status: Active Duty Description: Northern California & Central Ca counties areas: need you. We ...
1 member
in San Antonio
Women Leading Women
The goals of this circle is simple: To provide an environment where women can discuss and share different e...
8 members
in Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
Wright Women
Wright Women unites women affiliated with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, whether they are active duty, civil...
60 members
United States Air Force in U.S. Air Force Academy
Eagles Peak
A community of leaders pursuing diversity of thought through honest discussion and action on women's empowerme...
21 members
in Fort Irwin
Aspire 2 Achieve - Fort Irwin, CA
To enable female DoD civilians to come together to share experiences and advice on overcoming challenges in th...
1 member
United States Army in Guaynabo
Islandtreasures
A support group to empower one another, exchange useful ideas, and provide coaching and mentorship.
1 member
in Norfolk
In Command
Primarily Norfolk based military leaders selected for command, in command, aspiring to command, or having had ...
45 members
in Washington
Navy Yard Attorneys
Civilian, reserve, and active duty attorneys interested in networking, leadership, and self-development.
22 members
in San Diego
NMCSD Women's Health
Our goals are to support and develop women's health professionals to reach personal and professional milestone...
5 members
Military Circle
Gender: Co-Ed Status: Reserves Description: here's a description and a new line
2 members
to be decided
PalmBeachCounty
This circle would be open minded, we will work on topic based on areas of life that are important to each of u...
1 member
United States Military Academy
Eleanor Roosevelt
This circle is part of the Margaret Corbin Forum mentoring group at USMA.
7 members
in Washington
DoD Civilian
Closing this Circle and Advising everyone to Join the Lean In Pentagon group.
13 members
United States Department of Defense in Falls Church
DHA Women Who Lead
Women Who Lead is a group dedicated to creating efficiencies and a better bottom line for the Defense Health A...
11 members
in Shreveport
BarksdaleAFB
Barksdale Air Force Base's goal as a Lean In Circle is to inspire and support women to reach their full poten...
52 members
in Okinawa
Okinawa Officers
This circle was born out of informal lunches and dinners with other officers in Okinawa. The goal of this cir...
37 members
Naval Information Warfare Systems Command in Charleston
LeadToInspire
This Circle is to support leadership development within SPAWAR Atlantic in Charleston, SC
10 members
in Marine Corps Base Hawaii
MCBH Super Wahine
Island life can be amazing but it can also be a challenge...the fun, fabulous & fierce ladies of the Marine Co...
7 members
The Puerto Rican Air National Guard in Carolina
Las Bucaneras
A peer mentorship support group that cuts across traditional age, location, career fields and rank structures....
3 members
VTNG Military Women
The goal of the Vermont National Guard Military Women's Circle is to provide a forum for the men and women mil...
15 members
in Tacoma
Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM)
Gender: Co-Ed Status: Everyone is welcome! All ranks of Active Duty, DoD Civilians, Spouses, Veterans, and R...
24 members
in 747
The Mentor Connection
Our Mission: Our purpose is to start a focused conversation on how to approach our unique challenges as women...
3 members
in Washington
Air Staff
Our goal is to inspire and motivate leaders to promote equality. We will meet monthly in the Pentagon so membe...
14 members
United States Department of Defense
First Adopters
Lean in military circle - comprised of the early adopters!
8 members
United States Armed Forces in Bangor
ArmyNGWomen
Any and all Army National Guard Women
5 members
in Okinawa
Okinawa Lean In
My goal is to help promote knowledge and growth for all military members. I am aiming to build a solid foundat...
1 member
14th Military Police Brigade in Fort Leonard Wood
FLW Sisters in Arms
Fort Leonard Wood Sisters In Arms EDUCATE MENTOR EMPOWER Email: FLWSIAs@gmail.com
18 members
United States Marine Corps in Twentynine Palms
Twentynine Palms Officers
The goal of this circle is to establish a continuous discussion regarding gender issues in the Marine Corps an...
1 member
United States Marine Corps in San Diego
Lean In Miramar
This circle meets monthly aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, with the goal of encouraging military women...
10 members
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency in Springfield
NGA FWPC
NGA's Federal Women's Program Council proudly sponsors Lean In Circles at NGA. Please contact the Council POC...
1 member
South Dakota Women Veterans
Gender: Female Only Status: Army National Guard Description: Calling all Women in the South Dakota Army Nation...
1 member
Lean In Military Chapter Leaders
This is the circle for Lean In Military Chapter Leaders.
6 members
New Mexico Army National Guard in Albuquerque
Women's Mentorship Network-NM
The New Mexico Group of Women's Mentorship Network (WMN) is an all-volunteer, decentralized, values-based orga...
2 members
in Minot Air Force Base
Minot AFB
The Minot AFB Lean In Circle is open to all members, military and civilian, men and women, who are dedicated t...
63 members
United States Air Force in Barksdale Air Force Base
Lean in Barksdale Sister Chiefs
Lean In Barksdale Sister Chiefs serves as a group for Chief Master Sergeants at Barksdale. This peer group cir...
5 members
MilitaryWomenStrong
Past, Present, and Future Strong Women in the Military! It is our job as women to ensure the Army and outside...
21 members
United States Air Force in Las Vegas
Nellis Lean In Circle
The Department of Defense is committed to recruiting and retaining the very best of the Nation's talent and va...
55 members
in Fort Lewis
Lancers Lean In
Lancers Lean In was founded to establish a tribe of professional comradery and support for the women of the La...
5 members
United States Department of Defense in Arlington County
Lean In Pentagon
This circle supports members of the Department of Defense community and meets monthly at the Pentagon. Member...
226 members
United States Department of Defense
GSACEP Online Circle
This is our "virtual Circle" to bring together GSACEP leaders to Lean In across the globe.
2 members
United States Air Force Academy (USAFA)
Cadets Lean In
Providing a forum for cadets to discuss, share, and learn about topics they are passionate about.
4 members
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency in Springfield
NGA Military
Lean In Circle for military women assigned to NGA
4 members
in Newport News
USS Abraham Lincoln
A mentorship community for female Sailors stationed aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.
11 members
United States Army
Future Mil Execs
Women army officers engaged in problem solving for long term excellence.
4 members
in Norfolk
Lean - In NIOC Norfolk
We want to provide a safe and engaging space for women of all ranks in our command to share and grow together ...
2 members
Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton
JBLE
Providing peer-to-peer mentorship opportunities to promote diversified leadership within our military culture....
16 members
United States Air Force in San Angelo
Goodfellow Women Wingmen Warriors
Women across Goodfellow AFB mentoring, guiding and helping other women to be successful in all aspects of thei...
58 members
in Washington
A5/8 Lean In
Learning and Growing together - it's a team sport in A5/8. This group meets monthly in the Pentagon. Must ha...
8 members
in Pearl Harbor
Empowering Sailors
Gender: Co-Ed Status: Active Duty Description: Lean In Circles will enable both female and male service mem...
1 member
in San Angelo
GoodfellowAFB-Comm
Supporting the personal and professional development of communicators at GAFB.
3 members
Marva Collins
"Trust yourself. Think for yourself. Act for yourself. Speak for yourself. Be yourself. Imitation is suic...
5 members
Naval Station Newport in Newport
Newport Naval Station
Greetings! The Newport Naval Station Circle started in 2013 with a small group of women representing Active Du...
15 members
United States Air Force in Page Rd
per volar su nata
Born to Soar is a Lean In Circle focused on fostering the culture of equality through leadership while growing...
7 members
United States Military Academy
Amelia Earhart
United States Military Academy Corbin Forum Mentoring Circle
10 members
in Natick
NSRDEC
NSRDEC's Lean In Circle This group is intended to encourage everyone at the US Army NSRDEC to go after thei...
11 members
in Scott Air Force Base
ScottAirmen
We exist to explore the challenges, constraints, and opportunities women face today. We gather to learn and g...
90 members
in Monterey
DLI Staff
This circle is for female students of all ranks/services at DLI who are working to advance themselves professi...
2 members
in Jacksonville
Lean In NH Jacksonville
Participants: Active duty military and DoD civilians. Goal: Empower members to break down the barriers whi...
8 members
United States Armed Forces in Osan-si
Women of Osan
This circle promotes mentorship, resilency, empowerment, and sharing of experiences for the professional milit...
12 members
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda
USU Lean In
This Circle is open to all members of the USU community. It is a forum for all to learn to "lean in" . . . in...
48 members
United States Air Force in North Charleston
1st Combat Camera Sq
The 1st Combat Camera Squadron is a tenant unit at Joint Base Charleston. It is the largest active duty Combat...
10 members
in Fayetteville
Fort Bragg
Welcome to Fort Bragg Lean In Circle, one of many small peer-to-peer mentorship groups under The Department of...
18 members
in Hampton
HamptonRoadsLeanIn
"She stands tall because someone dared to LeanIn" - Ms. Marlo Thomas-Calloway (Circle Leader) Women of the Gr...
30 members
in Austin
TMD Lean In Circle Camp Mabry
This is a circle for woman and men meet regularly to support one another and learn new skills. They are focuse...
1 member
in Oklahoma City
Leaders of Tinker AFB
This circle is for leaders of Tinker AFB (Military and Civilian) to network, share stories and empower one ano...
3 members
in Seattle
Sailors of USS Manchester (LCS 14)
This is a circle for active duty Sailors serving on board the USS Manchester. Our goal is to inspire service a...
1 member
Lean In Arifjan, Kuwait
This is a circle of military women who want to support each other.
1 member
in Westhampton Beach
Lean In 106th RQW
This is a circle of women that belong to the 106th Rescue Wing's Operations Group. We aim to empower each othe...
6 members
Artillery 2 Artistry
This circle is open to fellow service members that have art in their heart. All art and all that comes from ar...
1 member
in Colorado Springs
Single mom and dad VETS
Leaning on single mom and dad VETS ABOUT LIFE AND KNOWING YOUR NOT ALONE discussions; debates, advice and poss...
1 member
Mental Health Warriors
This is a circle of female veterans and military members that will empower, support, and lead an online commun...
1 member
in Okinawa, Japan
Lean In Women of Medicine
This is a circle of women in military medicine, stationed overseas, designed to empower women in advancing the...
1 member
in Joint Base Lewis-McChord
Bigfoot Lean In
To support and empower women to kick ass and take over the world.
1 member
in Jacksonville
Bars with Stripes
A professional growth and development forum for all Company Grade Officers and Senior Non-Commissioned Officer...
2 members
in Edwards Air Force Base
Fierce Female Flight Testers
This is a Circle where female engineers can connect with each other to provide encouragement, support, and men...
1 member
in Edwards Air Force Base
Flight Test Moms
This is a circle where working moms can encourage, support, and empower other working moms within the flight t...
1 member
in Newport News
Lion's Den
The Lion's Den is meant for members of the 363d ISR Wing.
1 member
in San Antonio
Leading from the MIDDLE
Leading from the middle is a circle that focuses on how to improve results/relationships. While helping member...
1 member
in Joint Base Lewis-McChord
Girl We Got You
This is a powerful group of individuals who are dedicated to empowering and supporting each other. We are all ...
8 members
in San Antonio
Women who Serve
A mentorship forum designed to CARE, COMMIT & CONNECT to our younger Airmen, as well as develop professional A...
1 member
in New Orleans
IPAC Female Leathernecks
This Lean Circle has been created to bridge the gap between all IPAC females regardless of section. We will t...
9 members
in El Segundo
Lean In Los Angeles AFB
This Circle is intended to connect and enrich the lives of military members, DoD civilians, and their spouses ...
1 member
in Boca Raton
Experienced sexism at home & work
This is a Circle for female veterans who experience sexism and abuse at home/work and would like to share anon...
1 member
Lean in Sapphires
This is a circle of women in Education or teachers who want to empower other women impact knowledge in societi...
in Honolulu
Lean In DoD CIV Hawaii
Civilian employees working for the Federal Sectors to come together as one! This is not about job sharing. W...
Chrislen
Now i know why i belong here on this earth, it is because of you. every little thing you do every little thin...
in Okinawa, Japan
Business & Career Military Spouses
This is a Circle to connect and inspire military spouses in business and career.
in Jacksonville
Bars and Stripes
Officers and Enlisted who want to empower the women who serve at Little Rock AFB
in Ames
ISU NROTC
This circle is for the ladies of the Iowa State University NROTC unit. We've created this in order to develop...
in Reston
Woman at DIA
Providing employees with the opportunity to meet and network with other employees that share a common goal of ...
in Pensacola
Offic(Hers) of Pensacola
This is a circle for female flight school students and their allies to discuss triumphs and problems related t...
in Houston
Lean In UH Army ROTC
For the University of Houston Army ROTC Cadets to gather and discuss the struggles, concerns, and aspirations ...
in San Diego
Lean In Family
This is a circle of women and men who want to make the place we work a comfortable and empowering place for ev...
in Mildenhall
488th Lean In
This is a community of Airmen dedicated to personal and professional development of themselves and their peers...
Lean in Cape Cod
This is a Circle for all military and civil service members who want to discuss empowering our workforce and s...
Lean in Singapo
This circle is for women who support each other about other ideal
in U.S. Air Force Academy
Officers/Enlisted Women of USAFA
This Circle is for the Officers and Enlisted Women of USAFA to come together in a judgment free zone to share ...
in Basingstoke
haha poo poo
this is a circle of women who can't get some pussay eat my clegnuts bitch
in Yokosuka
Lean In Yokosuka
This is a circle for women navigating their career and personal lives in the military.
in Clarksville
Lean In Campbell
This is a circle for Army women of all ranks, specialties and backgrounds looking to grow together.
in Naples, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy
Naval Hopsital Naples Lean In
This is a circle for active duty and civilian women affiliated with Naval Hospital Naples.
in Naples, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy
Naval Hospital Naples Lean In
This Lean In circle includes health care staff working for the military treatment facility with a focus on lea...
in Edwards Air Force Base
Edwards Lean In
This Lean In is to inspire, connect and empower individuals to disrupt the status quo and pave the way for oth...
in Marietta
Military Women of Dobbins
This is a Circle of Military Women who want to empower other service members.
JEPIC
Creating a successful workplace through empowerment, work-life balance, and professional growth.
in Joint Base Andrews
Lean In Team ANGRC
This co-ed circle is designed to build strong relationships and empower members throughout the ANGRC.
Women X
Helping women to develop n leadership n mentorship skills while leading in entrepreneurial as corporation sett...