WHM kicks off with Storytellers Published March 13, 2015 By Airman Cory W. Bush 39th Air Base Wing Public Affairs INCIRLIK AIR BASE, Turkey -- In celebration of Woman's History Month, a Storytellers event was held March 6, 2015 at the Incirlik Club Complex ballroom, here. Seven members of Team Incirlik took the stage and shared their personal experiences as woman serving in the Air Force. Experiences shared throughout the evening included a journey from witch doctor to modern medicine, the significance of teachers and how being resilient kept one Airman going when things got rough. Master Sgt. Janee Walker, 39th Force Support Squadron Airman and Family Readiness Center superintendent, said that Storytellers event was a success and a great way to start WHM. "I think it turned out very well," Walker said. "I am very pleased with the amount of Storytellers we had and they all did a fantastic job of putting their nerves aside to tell their inspiring stories." Each year, the month of March is designated as WHM, which gives individuals a time to honor the accomplishments of woman who have served in all branches of the military. "It's tough to move up in the military or any other career field as a woman," Walker said. "I think WHM gives members of the Air Force a moment to step back and reflect how far women have gone and where woman have come from over the years to where we are today." One Storyteller explained what type of attributes it takes to stand in the spotlight. "It takes a great amount of courage and vulnerability to share some of the stories that members shared with the audience," said Tech. Sgt. Luis Guillendiaz, 39th Medical Operations Squadron mental health technician. "I am very thankful for all of them who did share." Walker also mentioned that for individuals who missed Storytellers there will be several other events scheduled throughout March. WHM events are: March 13 -- Women Empowering Women Quarterly Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., at the Club Complex ballroom March 14 -- Women's Fashion Show at 6 p.m., at the Base Exchange March 19 -- Women Empowering Youth with their stories, 1 - 2:45 p.m., at the Incirlik Unit School March 21 -- Self Defense Techniques for Women, 9 - 11 a.m., at the Fitness Center March 22 -- Turkish bath and Lunch Community Center Trip, 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. March 24, 31 -- Children's Story Time at 11 a.m., at the Base Library March 28 -- "Masquerade Under the Stars" banquet at 5:30 p.m., at the Club Complex ballroom For more information, contact Master Sgt. Denise Robinson at 676-7807 or Capt. Chelsey Buchanan at 676-3240.