“Honoring Our Legacy, Empowering Our Future”.
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National Commander, Gwendolyn D. Worthy, M.S.
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"SUCCESS IS A PROCESS OF INPUT AND OUTPUT!"
REGION 7
Commander Kevin Meggett
Region 7 Commander has leadership and oversight in Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. His professional experience includes, but is not limited to, becoming the Director of a Program called Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program, also known as H.V.R.P. Meeting Veterans where they are at has always been his objective.
"Success is a process of input and output."
In other words, what you put into something, you should expect it in return. In his quest to restore Region 7 to its original glory.
NABVETS #0039 Philly is the most recent of his leadership authority and execution in installing Dr. Santos, PhD as Chapter Commander. The leadership is united in the direction for meeting the organization's goals and objectives for its members and intended purpose.
What Commander Meggett believes: That the Philadelphia Chapter #0039 is a significant part of Region 7 and NABVETS' overall success. He believes in the need for a restoration and restructuring that results in its needs for its original greatness, but, also, to go even beyond, which aligns with the Regional vision that is set forth.
National Commander NABVETS,
NABVETS Philly 0039 Executive Team
Honorary Commander Emeritus, Ex-Officio James Douglas
Commander, Dr. Cathy Bennett-Santos, Phd
1st Vice Commander, Herb McDuffy, Esq,
2nd Vice Commander, J. Pierre Griffin
2nd Vice Commander, Imam Bilal
3rd Vice Commander, Major Dr. Alfeia Devaughn Goodwin
Secretary, Sharon Rush
Treasurer -
Parliamentarian
Chaplain, Major Alfeia Devaughn-Goodwin
Co-Chaplain, Imam Bilal
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NABVETS PHILLY Chapter 0039, Dr. Bennett-Santos:
🛡️ About NABVETS PHILLY Chapter 0039
NABVETS PHILLY 0039 is the Philadelphia chapter of the National Association of Black Veterans (NABVETS)—a nationally certified Veterans Service Organization chartered by Congress and recognized by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
📍 Mission & Focus
- Advocate for Black veterans, women veterans, and other underserved groups.
- Provide direct support services, including VA claims assistance, peer mentorship, and community reintegration.
- Champion equity-driven reform in veteran services, housing, healthcare, and leadership.
🧭 Chapter Relaunch & Leadership
- The chapter is currently undergoing a relaunch, with new leadership forming under Regional 7 Commander Kevin C. Meggett.
- The July 2025 Meet & Greet event invited veterans and allies to engage in dialogue, explore leadership roles, and connect with advocacy efforts across the Greater Delaware Valley.
🤝 Community Engagement
- NABVETS PHILLY 0039 serves as a hub for veteran empowerment, offering:
- Claims representation
- Leadership development
- Policy advocacy
- Support for military families and spouses
🧠 Equity & Intersectionality
- The chapter aligns with NABVETS’ national mission to address systemic barriers and uplift veterans who have experienced homelessness, trauma, or discrimination.
- It emphasizes intersectional advocacy, particularly for women veterans and veterans of color.
Your priority is our priority on what matters most to your healing and wholeness!
**Claims Representation & Benefits Navigation**
- **Certified Veteran Service Officers (VSOs)** assist with filing and appealing VA claims.
- Guidance on **disability compensation, pension benefits, healthcare enrollment**, and **survivor benefits**.
- Specialized support for **Aid and Attendance**, long-term care, and **GI Bill** benefits.
**Equity-Focused Advocacy**
- Targeted outreach to **Black veterans, women veterans**, and those facing systemic barriers.
- Advocacy for **recognition, respect, and access**—especially for those historically underserved by VA systems.
- Strategic engagement with local and federal policymakers to **amplify marginalized voices**.
**Holistic Support & Community Integration**
- Assistance with **housing, employment, and education** transitions.
- Peer support networks and **mental health referrals**.
- Collaboration with community partners to address **intersectional challenges** like trauma, discrimination, and economic instabi
**Leadership Development & Civic Engagement**
- Training for veterans interested in **policy reform, public service**, or **community leadership**.
- Opportunities to join NABVETS leadership and shape advocacy agendas.
- Events like the [Chapter 0039 Meet & Greet](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nabvets-philadelphia-chapter-0039-meet-greet-tickets-1514300356129) foster dialogue and build coalitions.