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In the summer of 2018 I was with some friends from our group Vicenza Women of Color (VWOC) thinking about how 2018 was the year of the woman and how could we showcase that here in Vicenza. So we decided to have a photography exhibit in the city of Vicenza showcasing Women/Mothers/Soldiers, we called it Woman Warriors. All models and photographers were from the Vicenza Military Community (VMC). To see pics from our past event then click here. So as we are about to start Women’s History Month the VWOC and USAG Italy is pleased to present the Italian premiere of Women Warriors Part 2 Photographic Exhibition. Six new artists from the Vicenza Military Community have been selected to exhibit their photographs and they are Karina Cazares Cantu, Maria Di Bianca Cavins (Photo credit for picture above), Andrew Peck, Sarah Elizabeth Romero, Giuliana Gabriela Swenson and Isabel Wigger. Taking the theme of Women Warriors each artist celebrates what that means to them. They investigate themes of beauty, power, strength, and the duality of a Mother-Soldier role.  They give voice to the everyday heros who keep their families together through daily challenges, while maintaining their focus to fulfill their military mission. From […] MoreTweet

The month of February occupies a specific state of mind for many of us. February is situated almost smack dab in the middle of winter. The days are short and the nights are long. It is a time to cozy up with a warm blanket, a good book, or a long Netflix queue. The hustle and bustle of the holiday season has faded away and we naturally settle into routine and hibernation mode. Here at The Vicenza Women of Color (VWOC), February represents an exciting time of commemoration of Black heritage. February is a celebration of our Black pioneers both past and present. It is a remembrance of all who have gone before us and paved the way to our success with their blood, determination, and dedication. We give tribute to the multitude of scientific and cultural innovations that have been made by Black people, and continue to this day. We are proud to share this cultural holiday with our adopted Italian community. It is our hope to build meaningful lasting friendship with our neighbors and give them some insight into our heritage.  That is why in celebration of Black History Month VWOC and USAG Italy are hosting a open […] MoreTweet

Vicenza Women of Color are at it again with another Photo Exhibition with the help of Caserma Pride. We are doing an exhibit of photography called “Pride Warrior” which will be on display at a local art gallery in downtown Vicenza. This exhibition allows us to display the beauty and diversity of LGBTQ service members along with their friends and families who support them. Each of our photographers consider gender and sexual identity an important and personal subject, so this event will also be an opportunity to shed light on part of our community that is often marginalized and underrepresented by the media. Organized by the Vicenza Women of Color and co-sponsored by Caserma Pride (local base pride chapter), the exhibit will showcase the photographers Maria di Bianca Cavins, Guiliana Gabriela Swenson, Darian Matthews, and Neika M. Smith – four American artists from the local Vicenza Military Community. Their work focuses on LGBTQ military (active and veterans), students, and local Vicenza Italian residents. This exhibit examines pride from a different perspective and commemorates LGBTQ history. It also provides a moment to celebrate the accomplishments of those who blazed the trail that made it possible to express sexual and gender identities openly and publicly. This is a journey worth sharing daily. […] MoreTweet

Looking for something to do this month? Did you know this month US Americans celebrate Black History? So Vicenza Women of Color are back with NOIR Warriors which displays the talent of seven local American artists and highlights the diversity of the Vicenza Military Community. The exhibit is organized by Vicenza Women of Color and co-sponsored by U.S. Army Garrison Italy. The purpose of this exhibition is to showcase the diversity and professionalism of African American Soldiers, civilians and their families. These individuals work tirelessly behind the scenes in support of our service members and their families. Black History Month started as an annual celebration to remember our important leaders, educators, scientist, and creatives that have made significant contributions to US country and culture. Their extraordinary minds and visions have helped shape and define events that have played a major role in US history. Photographers Robert P. Wormley, Candice Bassett, Christina M. Bhatti, Claire Wiltse, and Sabriana R. Murrey, Andrew Peck and April Lawrence were selected to showcase their work focused on African Americans who are military (active and veterans), students, and family members. This exhibit celebrating Black History Month follows three successful exhibits organized by VWOC that contributed to raising […] MoreTweet

Starting January 2019, the NATO Forces Fuel Coupons have been switched to the NATO Forces Fuel Card. There are no gas stations on military installations in Italy. Fuel/oil purchased with the NATO Forces Fuel Card exclude Italian taxes. NATO Forces Fuel Cards are accepted at only two Italian gas chains, AGIP and ENI. Cards are not valid outside of Italy. To follow a file .zip with a list of authorized Eni Agip gas Stations (sorted by province) that accept NATO fuel coupons. This list is the 2016 edition. Download the 2016 list (.zip file). In order to find the Eni gas Stations they provide an online tool and an App. The online tool is called “Eni Station Finder” it works good to search the Eni Agip gas Stations by location or alongside a specific route. The Eni App provide you with the station finder and more tools, download the ENI App starting from Here. Usually Eni Agip Gas Station DON’T provide attendants on duty (full service or servito) Mon-Sat noon – 2:30 p.m but the self services are usually working 24/7. In Vicenza there’s an Eni Gas Station with attendants on duty Monday to Friday all day long (at lunchtime too) and on Saturday morning too. Find more about them Here or click on the preview below.   NATO Forces […] MoreTweet