“I want to listen to women’s stories to ensure that all are heard and develop actionable solutions to address inequities.”

This is what “Choose to Challenge,” the theme of this year’s Women’s History Month at Booz Allen, means to Senior Associate Michelle Ralston, outgoing co-chair of the firm’s Global Women’s Business Resource Group (BRG), which creates opportunities for women to build networks through professional events, workshops, and development programs.

From Alaska to Guam, Hawaii to Japan, and South Korea, Booz Allen’s Pacific Rim team works on projects that affect lives, businesses, and governments: efforts that include streamlining disaster relief, strengthening national security, and establishing infrastructure.

Through expertise in cybersecurity, data science, threat reduction, special operations, and beyond, they are tackling vital issues. Three employees recently had their efforts acknowledged by global defense leaders.

Strengthening CWMD capabilities in South Korea

International Women’s Day is both a call to action for accelerating women’s equity and a celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women worldwide. This year’s theme is “Choose to Challenge.” Over the past year, women everywhere stepped up bravely and selflessly to confront a multitude of challenges that touched all facets of society. In recognition of their achievements, part one of this two-part series explores how the women of Booz Allen answered the call.  

Stepping up and “being human” during COVID-19

Each year the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, releases a list of the World’s Most Ethical Companies—recognizing “companies who understand the importance of leading, making hard but values-based decisions, and have an overall commitment to integrity.” This year Booz Allen was again included on this prestigious list, and in 2021 is one of only four honorees in the Consulting Services industry.