AVER – American Veterans for Equal Rights, Inc. is extremely proud to announce that AVER Chicago Chapter member Alejandra Hernandez has been named one of the 25 Illinois Women Veteran Leaders of 2025 by the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs and the VA Women’s Health Department. In a group that included U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth, Ale Hernandez, a veteran of our United States Marine Corps, was recognized for her work with the Road Home Program at Rush which provides support and health services to help veterans and their families heal from the invisible wounds of war. The prestigious honor is awarded to women who are passionate advocates for the veteran community. Congratulations Ale! AVER is very proud of this significant achievement.

Penn Baker

AVER National President