A research team at the University of York, working with Riverside, has been commissioned by Forces in Mind Trust to undertake a piece of research looking at veteran housing, housing …
No Homeless Veterans Roadmap (NHVR) research – participants sought Read More »
This virtual event will showcase the support, development and employment opportunities available to the Armed Forces Community. The Veteran Support Partnership is a group of organisations joining together to help …
I’m Lisa Campbell, a doctorate student at Glasgow Caledonian University on the DPsych Counselling Psychology programme. I’m working on the first stages of my research dissertation and looking to build …
Research Participants Wanted: Veterans Experiencing Traumatic Events Read More »
Rachel Duprey is studying for an MSc in Advanced Practice Audiology at Cardiff Metropolitan University. Rachel’s dissertation research uses an online questionnaire to ask UK veterans how their tinnitus affected …
Participant Recruitment – Veterans with Tinnitus Read More »
The third Forces in Mind Trust Research Centre (FiMT RC) Conference took place in London on the 24th March 2022. It focused on “Research from the Four Nations (England, Scotland, …
At Last Week’s FiMT Research Centre conference, the 2022 winner of the Lord Ashcroft Research Award was announced as Professor Beverly Bergman. Professor (Col, Retd) Beverly Bergman OBE is a …
Lord Ashcroft Research Award 2022: Beverly Bergman Read More »
The Institute for Crime and Justice Policy Research at Birkbeck University of London, and the Centre for Death and Society at the University of Bath, are undertaking research to explore bereaved …
Katherine Roseau PhD is Assistant Professor of French at Mercer University. During military deployments, significant others may experience anxiety, worry, loneliness, and changes in their self-identity. I am embarking on …
Bibliotherapy for significant others of veterans and combatants Read More »
This guest blog post was written by Dr Hannah Brooking, researcher at the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund. At the RAF Benevolent Fund, we’re here to support people who are …
Guest Blog Series: Dr Hannah Brooking Uses Research to Inform Service Provision Read More »
The ADVANCE study investigates the long-term physical and psycho-social outcomes of battlefield casualties from the UK Armed Forces following deployment to Afghanistan between 2003 and 2014. A new paper from …
This blog post has been written by Dr Jim McDermott, a social scientist whose research is concerned with the post-transition experiences of British Soldiers on their return to civilian life. …
Armed Forces Veterans in the UK – A Blurred Identity Read More »
This guest blog post was written by Dr Emma Long, ESRC-funded Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of York. Her research is focused on the sociological analysis of welfare provided …
Matthew J. Louis has an interest in transition and, among other projects, has created a series of videos that cover topics related to the transition process for veterans. Matt serves …
This blog post was written by Darryl G. Cathcart M.Ed. from Release Point Education. Earlier this spring I had the opportunity to take part in a Veterans Studies Association online …
This blog post was written by Dr Hugh Milroy at Veterans Aid. It’s a fact of life that when something works for the majority, the minority can get overlooked – …
Is it time to modernise the Armed Forces resettlement system? Read More »
This blog post was written by Graham Cable, Research Fellow at the FiMT Research Centre. Perhaps viewing a military career as a ‘chapter’ in a life story, albeit a chapter …
This guest blog post was written by Mariana Grohowski, Editor-in-Chief at the Journal of Veterans Studies (JVS). We recently made all JVS articles searchable as part of the VFR Hub’s …
This webinar series features a range of UK and international guests, speaking on topics related to the Armed Forces community, veterans and their families. Recordings of each webinar in the …
Armed Forces Community Research International Webinar Series Read More »
This blog post was written by Peter Apps and published on his website. “Hard to believe, but it’s more than 14 months since I last posted here. As for the …
One man’s perspective on military Service during the Covid-19 pandemic Read More »
The Armed Services Advice Project, which is funded by the Scottish Citizen’s Advice Bureau (CAB) Service and Poppy Scotland, talks to BBC Radio Scotland about the work they do to …
Interesting Listening: Armed Services Advice Project Read More »
In the ‘Meet The Researchers’ series, find out about the role of people working in the field of Armed Forces, veterans and families-related research. Discover what researchers enjoy about their …
Participants from military families are wanted for a ‘research involvement group’ to inform the UK Veterans Family Study.
Charity Forward Assist provides “support, advice, guidance and advocacy. We deliver a variety of projects to help veterans ‘come out of the darkness’, and seek support to reduce the negative …
The Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research is seeking a researcher or research team with a link to its member universities to conduct the following research project, “Investigation …
An exciting and useful website from Dr Graham Cable delves into the topic of transition and offers resources to support individuals to take charge of their own transition. The website …
Write For Your Life – the Manoeuvrist Approach to Transition Read More »
This blog post is from Forward Assist. Click here to read more. Ten years ago our understanding of veteran issues and the problems faced by those former service personnel involved …
Veterans, Social isolation and The Criminal Justice System Read More »
The challenges faced by women in the UK Armed Forces are being considered by the country’s Defence Select Committee, which has launched an inquiry examining issues from recruitment to transition. As a …
Sexism in the military: more women needed in senior roles to force cultural change Read More »
Children with a parent, step-parent or parents serving in the British armed forces are often considered as a single cohort, and either in terms of risk or of resilience (e.g. …
The Royal College of Physicians have made available a website of information and resources for those wanting to develop their skills in medical and healthcare research. Although not solely aimed …
With the majority of Australian Defence Force members in a relationship how families experience Defence life matters – not just to families but also the ADF. So it’s with interest that …
November is ‘arts in health’ month. Engaging with the arts for health and well-being is a growing area of research. There are many examples within the Hub’s repository of research …
This blog post was written by Nicholas Harrison for the Soldier On! website. Could the group dynamic of heritage-oriented community projects benefit participants’ well-being? Following publication of ‘The Art of …
The new Finance Snapshot from the FiMT Research Centre is out now to read, as well as the Bullets summary of headline facts and figures. This Snapshot summarises financial issues affecting …
This guest blog post was written by Dereck J. Hardman, Founder and Director of the Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Clubs. In short, Breakfast Clubs put one veteran in front of another…the concept …
Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Clubs – What They Do Read More »
This post has been written by Jim McDermott, an independent researcher. At the end of their service, most men and women leave the Forces and successfully integrate back into civilian …
A soldier’s identity card: some thoughts about identity cards by Jim McDermott Read More »
RealRisk is a resource from the Winton Centre for Risk and Evidence Communication at the University of Cambridge. It is suitable for anyone working to communicate research findings from the …
Military veterans of every generation will soon benefit from cut-price rail travel, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced today (14 October 2020), as he presented Captain Sir Tom Moore with the …
Captain Sir Tom Moore presented with first UK Veterans Railcard Read More »
CfP for a conference from the Department of History, University of Warwick – 16 to 17 April 2021 From the fields of Gettysburg to the beaches of Normandy, the participation and …
Call for Papers: Veteran Politics and Memory – A Global Perspective Read More »
Participants are needed for a qualitative study on the financial well-being of survivors who married, or entered into a common-law relationship, with a Veteran aged 60+. This study will form …
Participants needed for study on financial well-being Read More »
Military charities are “the market leader” in collaborating with one another, according to Cobseo, the body which represents veterans’ organisations. Military charities have previously been criticised by senior politicians for perceived “duplication” …
Military charities lead the way on cooperation, leaders claim Read More »
Making Generation R – resilience through inspiration Charity Blesma runs Making Generation R sessions, which involve Blesma members visiting groups, such as in schools, to share stories of resilience and …
Blesma’s Making Generation R Booking For 2020/21 Read More »
Supporting Service Children in Education (SSCE) Cymru is a Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) programme initially funded by the MOD’s Education Support Fund and funded by Welsh Government from 2019. …
The Defence Research Network’s June newsletter is out now. This month’s newsletter is jam-packed with content and there is a focus on all things books! The newsletter is always a …
Rapid qualitative evidence synthesis: balancing rigour with speed 12-1 pm, Thursday 18th June Since late 2019, the research community has responded with speed in an effort to contribute to the …
Qualitative Research – Free Webinar Tomorrow 18/6 Read More »
The Office of the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Minister for Defence Personnel has given Australian Catholic University (ACU) a grant of more than $240,000 from the 2019-20 Supporting Younger …
Veterans Entry Program in Australia – grants to support transition to university Read More »
The 2020 application process is now open for Canadian research students to apply for the following scholarships and an award: Royal Canadian Legion Masters Scholarship in Veteran Health Research Awarded …
Scholarships – Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research Read More »
The VFR Hub’s research repository is searchable in various ways. One way is through the use of tags and key word searches. A new key word phrase has been applied …
New Hub Tag: “working with veterans and families” Read More »
BFBS Radio recently launched Team Talk, a brand new show about what family life is really like, when one, or both parents are serving members of the UK armed forces. …
The latest summary of the latest research news prepared for the Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) is now available. Click here to read.
Ever since the U.S. military became an all-volunteer force, a preconception has existed among many Americans that those who choose to join the armed services do so because they have no other …
THE SHIFTING LANDSCAPE OF A PANDEMIC How quickly things have changed. In January 2020, COVID-19 was considered a distant problem, primarily for a region in China. There was a consensus …
Advocacy can have a significant positive impact on a veteran’s ability to navigate the practical challenges of post service life. That’s the key conclusion of an interim independent evaluation of …
Advocacy Helps Veterans Navigate Post Service Life Read More »
The Transition Webinar series has been developed by ASCN (New Zealand), a Not For Profit organisation in collaboration with Veterans Affairs New Zealand, the NZ Defence Force and the University …
Transition Webinar Series – Links to Full Series of Webinars Read More »
Forces.net have recently run a campaign on ‘Life After Service’: “Some of the many fantastic stories of what ex-servicemen and women go on to achieve with their lives and careers …
The March newsletter from the Defence Research Network is now available to read. You can also subscribe on the DRN website to receive newsletters directly. The DRN is a collection …
This webinar is for those with experience in the Armed Forces who are looking to develop their civilian career post-Service It has been organised by the Officers’ Association with Project …
Cases of domestic abuse where either one or both partners are foreign and Commonwealth nationals can impact on their immigration status and the right to reside in the UK; this …
Domestic Abuse Case Studies from the Foreign and Commonwealth Community Read More »
The Forces Network has been taking a look at the benefits and transferable skills that veterans bring to the work-place. Attention to detail, discipline and time-management are drilled into recruits …
Newly published research finds clear difference in reporting of conflict and non-conflict injuries. British newspapers are routinely glamorising combat by creating a moral separation between combat and non-combat injuries, according …
The next @DefenceResNet Twitter hour will be held on the 12th February on the subject of veteran transition. Follow the Defence Research Network’s Twitter account for more information. What is …
In coming months, physicians at Veterans Affairs hospitals will start their patient visits with a seemingly mundane but potentially radical question: “Should someone else be in the room too?” The …
A blog post for 24 Housing by Ed Tytherleigh. With a further push from the government and local authorities and Armed Forces charities working with one another, we believe we …
The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) has made the first awards under the popular Positive Pathways programme, part of the Veterans’ Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund. Over £2.5 …
The latest edition of the Essex and Suffolk Military Herald is now available to read. The Herald contains lots of news and useful information relating to the military community.
An assistant producer from Twenty Twenty Productions has been in touch. The production company is making ‘All That Glitters’ – a brand new talent search to find Britain’s most brilliant …
Interesting Opportunity for Someone with a Military Connection Read More »
The Defence Research Network have released their inaugural newsletter. They also have a new website, where you can subscribe to the newsletter and find out more information about the DRN. …
Defence Research Network Relaunch and Newsletter Read More »
A high-profile national remembrance project set up to commemorate a century since the end of the First World War has left its own legacy to Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI), …
Recent research from Dr Justin Havens explores the potential of an enhanced approach called Planned Dream Interventions (PDI) to treat nightmares experienced as a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder. Dr …
Research into ‘Planned Dream Interventions’ for Veterans Read More »
This blog post from Nolan Peterson was written for The Daily Signal. Army Sgt. 1st Class Jeffrey Martin parked the truck outside the concrete slabs arranged in a defensive perimeter …
The latest supplement issue of JMVFH is now available to read. This supplement focuses on issues relating to the impact of military life on children from military families. The Journal …
Impact of Military Life on Children from Military Families Read More »
How severe injuries in the First World War led to pioneering medical techniques and the origins of facial reconstruction. Article by Dr Andrew Bamji for Forces.net News As a rheumatology …
Soldiers With Broken Faces: Behind The Origins Of Plastic Surgery On WW1 Casualties Read More »
Joshua Broder, who now runs Tilson Technology Management in Portland, says the work ethic, team thinking and the leadership training soldiers receive translate well to civilian jobs. Joshua Broder and …
Ex-military CEO says hiring veterans makes good business sense Read More »
Armed Forces charity SSAFA has launched the initiative to help service leavers find employment and overcome mental health stigma in the workplace. The Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA) …
While post-traumatic stress disorder has become a much-discussed affliction, a seemingly more prevalent problem is going largely overlooked: transition stress. Think of it as a clinical-sounding diagnosis for that sense …
For Most Vets, PTSD Isn’t The Problem, ‘Transition Stress’ Is. Here’s What That Means Read More »
We would like to build up a collection of suggestions from the Hub’s user community on recommended books to read. Suggestions should be related in some way to themes/topics that …
The Soldiering On Awards (SOA) recognise the outstanding achievements of those who have served their country, and the diverse people and groups who work together in support of the Armed …
The Veterans Advisory and Pensions Committees (VAPC) are looking for new members for 12 of its 13 regional committees and five Chairmen, one for each of the following regional committees …
UK’s Veterans Advisory and Pensions Committees Seeking New Members Read More »
Loved ones of veterans who have been emotionally or physically affected while serving in a military role are being sought for a major new educational project chronicling the impact of …
UK charity search for stories from military families for major new history project Read More »
There is a long tradition in the UK of personnel writing poetry as a way to communicate their experiences of warfare and what it was like to be part of …
A former UK soldier who now works as a nurse is encouraging more male serving personnel to consider a similar career change. Now working as a lecturer at Plymouth University, Danny …
Should Former Male Soldiers Consider A Nursing Career? Read More »
Forces.net asked leading military experts how the British Armed Forces might look in 10 years. The military and tech worlds are constantly evolving. It is crucial for the British military to …
Beyond being the best: Educating for narrative repair in transition from British Army to ‘Civvy Street’ This is an extract from Graham Cable’s latest post on his blog WriteForYour.Life, which …
The British armed forces now have a retention crisis rather than a recruitment crisis, new figures suggest, as modern soldiers are no longer willing to move around the world. Government …
The SCiP Alliance has a vision of thriving lives for all children of armed forces families (including reserves, those currently serving and veterans) and believes in the power of collaboration …
Keep up to date with the Scottish Veterans Commissioner, Charlie Wallace, by reading his blog. There is a new post available today. The Commissioner’s primary role, as laid down by the …
A position as a research assistant on a project can be a great way to gain experience and launch your academic career. Swansea University (UK) is advertising for a research …
The University of York and Adfam are undertaking research to better understand how the families of veterans with historic or current alcohol or drug problems are affected, and what can …
The VFR Hub has a growing collection of Snapshots, Bullets and animations that explore themes and topics relevant to the UK Armed Forces Community, including veterans and their families. This …
After multiple new appointments in ministerial positions, Forces.net News takes a look at some new arrivals in the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and at who is left standing… The …
Research into veteran fathers’ mental health and the mental health of their children – we need your help! The Centre for Veterans’ Health at King Edward Vii’s Hospital in London …
Research – veteran fathers’ mental health and the mental health of their children Read More »
Snapshot Military Families and the Bullets summary have been published on the Hub today. All Snapshots and Bullets summaries published so far are available on the Research Summaries page. Snapshots …
Human leg bones have been unearthed in the first excavation of the main allied field hospital used in the 1815 Battle of Waterloo. Experts believe they are the remains of …
Battle of Waterloo: excavation unearths amputated limbs Read More »
Michael Almond, Professor of Veterans & Families Studies and wing commander, talks about the importance of the Armed Forces Covenant, and why it is essential NHS organisations ensure they are providing …
Why is Armed Forces Day celebrated and do the civilian public think Britain’s military should be thanked for their service in a national show of support? Members of the public …
Armed Forces Day is a day for the public to come together with the UK military at events taking place right across the country, giving them an opportunity to personally thank the men …
ARMED FORCES DAY: What Is It And Why Do We Celebrate It? Read More »
The Veterans & Families Research Hub is built to serve the needs of the broadest range of users, including academics and researchers, policy makers, statutory and voluntary service providers, the …
The VFR Hub Welcomes your Feedback and Participation Read More »
It is important for the VFR Hub to keep updated with all newly released research and reports that relate in some way to veterans and their families. For example, we …
This November King’s College, London, will be hosting an event to “bring together a cohort of ex-military researchers to reflect upon what it is like to transverse the military-academic divide, and …
Call for Papers: The Voice of the Veteran as Researcher Read More »
In light of the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings this week, various UK news outlets have highlighted the stories of World War II veterans and previewed the commemorations. Click here …
National Trust property Overbeck’s in Salcombe, Devon, has unveiled a new exhibition and garden trail in partnership with Combat Stress. A former convalescence home during the First World War, Overbeck’s …
UK’s Combat Stress Launches Mental Health Project with National Trust Read More »
Snapshot Physical Health and the Bullets summary have been published on the Hub today. All Snapshots and Bullets summaries published so far are available on the Research Summaries page. Snapshots …
For the first time, cameras have been allowed into the UK’s new Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC). The £300 million facility at Stanford Hall, near Loughborough, took over from Headley Court last …
First Look Inside UK’s New £300m Defence Rehabilitation Centre Read More »
The VFR Hub is invested in international research on all aspects of veterans and their families. We read with interest the UK’s mission to deepen their investment in Research & …
The idea that writing should be clear, concise, and low-jargon isn’t a new one—and it isn’t limited to government agencies, of course. The problem of needlessly complex writing—sometimes referred to …
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) has launched a new project to celebrate 100 years of tending to the gardens of remembrance around the world. ‘Gardening Then And Now’, launched to coincide …
Then And Now: Celebrating 100 Years Of Remembrance Gardens Read More »
Have you ever wondered how RAF aircraft are named and which conventions they use? The Royal Air Force has never had set aircraft naming rules. They have for the most …
Military charity Blesma has been working on a new podcast series and the ‘The Resilience Sessions’ launches today. The Resilience Sessions is a podcast series featuring compelling interviews with veterans who …
There is a growing interest in and trend for audiences wanting to learn about the experiences of veterans through the stories veterans tell about their lived experiences. One way in …
Defence Minister Stuart Andrew joined industry leaders at the Defence Suppliers Forum to make a series of landmark commitments that will promote more effective joint working and boost productivity… The …
Minister And Industry Commit To Closer Collaboration in UK Read More »
‘Project Regain’ promotes early detection and help for Royal Marines. Royal Marines will have simple access to mental health treatments thanks to a new initiative started by a serving commando. …
New Mental Health Project Launched To Support Royal Marines Read More »
The RAF were crowned champions after the Army were beaten in their final Inter Services match. Sergeant Michelle Harvey-Perkins has called the RAF Women’s Football Inter Services win “fantastic” as they …
RAF Women’s Manager Celebrates ‘Fantastic’ Football Title Win Read More »
The Hub now includes a Research Summaries page that houses all available Snapshots and Bullets summaries on themes relating to UK veterans and their families. The page will grow as …
‘Voices of Liberation’ has been set up to commemorate more than 100,000 service personnel who died in 1944. The voices of Second World War veterans and their relatives are being recorded to …
Voice Of WWII Veterans Recorded For Online Archive Read More »
A charity is connecting veterans struggling because of mental health issues with horses to promote confidence. HorseHeard uses the animals based at the Merrist Wood College to create calmness and …
The RAF took part in a flypast and formed a guard of honour alongside the Polish Air Force at the Stalag Luft III camp. The RAF has led commemorations for the …
RAF Leads Commemorations On 75th Anniversary Of Great Escape Read More »
Craig Monaghan runs a project with professional rugby club Sale Sharks to combat veterans’ mental health issues. Mr Monaghan perforated both his eardrums while serving with 2 RIFLES in Afghanistan in …
Through Trying Times: The Veteran Using Rugby To Aid Mental Health Read More »
The Veteran Research Committee hosts regular teleconferences and forums to discuss key topics surrounding veterans and military to civilian transition. Details of these events will appear on the Hub’s calendar. …
Photographer Ed Gold interviewed soldiers who served in Afghanistan and asked them about their experiences of adjusting to civilian life. Soldiers Callum Wright, Scott Meenagh, Geoff Dunn, Dan Eccles and …
From the Paras to civvy street: Life after the Army Read More »
Michael Mellon suffered a serious injury while playing rugby for the RAF, but has battled back to compete at two Invictus Games. Michael Mellon lost his leg after playing rugby …
‘Sport Changed My Life After Leg Amputation’, Veteran Says Read More »
Members of the Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee have been discussing who ultimately has the right to send British troops to war. It is a prerogative power of the …
Who Has The Right To Send British Military Personnel To War? What do you think? Read More »
Armed Forces Minister Mark Lancaster has announced an increased support package for 22,000 Gurkha veterans and their families… The veterans, who all joined the Brigade of Gurkhas before 2007, will …
Enhanced Package Of Support For Gurkhas in the UK Read More »
The Military Welfare History Network (MWHN) brings together historians and social scientists who research welfare, care and medical provisions relating to armed forces personnel and their families in and across …
International Collaboration and Research – Military Welfare History Network Read More »
Despite 5,500 members of the armed forces entering civilian life each year, military veterans are largely invisible within Australian universities. Why so few veterans are entering higher education in order …
Military veterans will be given the chance to retrain to work as location managers in the television industry in a new ScreenSkills initiative… The training is designed to help ex-Armed …
An assistive technology device which uses artificial intelligence to read text has allowed a Royal Artillery blind veteran to rediscover his love for reading in time for World Book Day …
YouTube stars the F2 Freestylers are set to take part in a celebrity charity football match in aid of Childline and SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity on Sunday 26th May… …
Graham Cable blogs at Writeforyour.life and has recently put up a new post which he describes as “an extract from the current version of my intro to my doctorate in education (EdD) …
The National Information Centre on Children of Offenders is conducting a needs assessment on veterans in custody and their families. Former members of the Armed Forces constitute one of the …
Needs Assessment: Veterans in Custody and their Families Read More »
New Hub Moderator Jim McDermott shares with us his ideas on conducting research with veterans… Jim outlines eight key areas to think about when you plan to conduct research and …
New Challenge New Beginnings (NCNB) is the Resettlement and Lifestyle magazine for the Armed Forces Community. The January 2019 edition of the magazine is out now and includes an editorial …
New Challenge New Beginnings – Jan 2019 Magazine Read More »
During the Second World War, Malta became the most bombed place on Earth. The Commonwealth War Graves Commission has launched a crowd-sourcing project called ‘Stories from Malta’. Nicknamed the ‘nurse …
Call For Stories From Malta During The World Wars Read More »
Lessons from those who have overcome trauma are helping pupils confront their own personal challenges. hen the IRA bomb exploded, Darren Swift, an army dog handler in Belfast, had several split-second …
How do you teach children to be resilient? Ask a limbless veteran Read More »
Often, it is appropriate for research into veterans’ experiences to be qualitative and include smaller sample sizes. There is a growing body of knowledge that recognises the value of this …
If the British empire’s dead of the first world war had marched four abreast down Whitehall, the founder of the Imperial War Graves Commission, Sir Fabian Ware, observed some years …
People gather around world to mark armistice centenary Read More »
The Veterans & Families Institute for Military Social Research (VFI) at Anglia Ruskin University was delighted to host Nick Wood from York St John University, to deliver his ‘Military Human’ …
The Military Human: Understanding Military Culture and Transition Read More »
WAR WIDOWS’ STORIES REMEMBRANCE RECEPTION 9 November 2018, 5.00-7.00 PM, Queen’s House, Greenwich, London The War Widows’ Stories project is entering a new phase. Funded by the Arts & Humanities …
On 2 November 2018, the Imperial War Museum North in Manchester is hosting an event that raises awareness of the history of war widowhood in the UK. Organised by Dr …
Researchers, led by Professor Cherie Armour in the School of Psychology at Ulster University, are interested in finding out more about the health and well-being of military veterans living in …
Health and Wellbeing of Military Veterans in Northern Ireland Read More »
A stunning photo of a helicopter hovering above a soldier has been named best overall image in the Army Photographic Competition 2018. Guardian Angel was captured by army photographer Cpl …
The Veterans Advisory and Pensions Committee (VAPC) is seeking three new Chairpersons, one for each of the following UK regions – Eastern, Yorkshire and Humberside, East Scotland. The Veterans Advisory …
This post is a re-blogged except from a recent post by Benjamin Schrader, Daphne Inbar and Aviad Levy on the War and Narrative blog. This valuable contribution to the War Stories blog …
This post is a re-blogged except from a recent post by Nick Caddick on the War and Narrative blog. Declassified – a review What’s the purpose of a war story? To …
Forces in Mind Trust Research Centre Conference 2018: Evidence and Policy for Veterans and their Families 11th October 2018, London venue If you are attending the conference, there is a …
Forces in Mind Trust Research Centre Conference 2018 Read More »
The Digital Identifier to Connect Research and Researchers. For those working in research, ORCID offers an easy and practical solution to help identify your work and to distinguish you from …
Calling all Researchers! Do you have an ORCID Id? Read More »
A classical sculpture of the UK’s first triple amputee from the Afghanistan War and Invictus Games champion Mark Ormrod is currently touring corporate buildings in London before culminating in an …
Torso sculpture of Invictus Games champion to raise funds for military charities Read More »
The UK army is stretched under current funding arrangements, says Defence Committee. UK armed forces need a significant hike in funding to tackle threats from states like Russia and fill existing …
Our campaign to end Veterans’ homelessness is gaining traction, MPs from all sides of the political spectrum have given their support. John Healey MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Housing, …
James Rutland is a 12-year Army veteran who served a tour of duty in Iraq in 2004, followed by two more tours in South Korea. He left the military in …
The public perception that most Servicemen and women are damaged by their service is wrong, according to a Report by the House of Commons Defence Committee on the extent of …
Veterans are not ‘mad, bad or sad’, says Defence Committee Read More »
A new post from the Officers’ Association discusses research from the Barclays AFTER (Armed Forces Transition, Employment & Resettlement) Programme, which shows that Service leavers often face ignorance and prejudice when …
Female Veterans Face Extra Barriers to Civilian Employment Read More »
Waterloo Uncovered (WU) is a groundbreaking charity that combines world-class archaeology with veteran care & recovery. WU 2018 has kicked off We have kicked off the fourth Waterloo Uncovered annual …
Michelle Jones, a researcher at the Forces in Mind Trust Research Centre, is currently in Canada as part of her 2018 Winston Churchill Fellowship. Michelle is keeping a blog to …
‘Welcome to Halifax’ – Michelle Jones’ 2018 Winston Churchill Fellowship Begins Read More »
We all know the stereotype; lives for the job, bleeds green, comes top on courses and promotes at or before time. He or she is a keen supporter of mess …
Hero to Zero – Snatching Defeat from the Jaws of Victory Read More »
A multi-million-pound programme to support older Armed Forces veterans in Scotland has helped around 2,000 people in its first year. The Unforgotten Forces project is a collaboration of 15 leading organisations, led …
2,000 older Armed Forces veterans helped by £4m collaborative project Read More »
On a makeshift parade ground near Woolwich’s military base, 24 disabled war veterans who have served during the last 60 years line up for roll call: left arm paralysed; right …
This Is Not for You review – a defiant cry from Britain’s disabled veterans Read More »
The RAF Benevolent Fund is currently advertising for several positions. The RAF Benevolent Fund offers many opportunities to work, develop and thrive in a number of various specialisations with an overall …
Would you like to work for a military charity? Do you have research experience? Read More »
Michael Coates, former firefighter and former Soldier, has released the first podcast from a new series documenting stories from members of the military community. Guests include Military Cross winners, athletes, …
New Podcast Series: Declassified – Documenting Military Stories Read More »
Author of this article, Michael Evans, holds the General Sir Francis Hassett Chair of Military Studies at the Australian Defence College and is a Professor in the School of Humanities and …
In the UK over 1.3 million people provide over 50 hours of care per week. And those caring for veterans may face additional difficulties, due to life-changing injuries that make …
Where can those caring for veterans find information and support? Read More »
As the national charity of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines, the RNRMC understands that while one person joins, it’s the whole family that serves. It is imperative that the …
RNRMC Families’ Days: Bringing Naval communities together Read More »
Researcher Dr Michelle Jones, of the Forces in Mind Trust Research Centre and Veterans and Families Institute for Military Social Research (VFI), has launched a new research blog, to document …
Researcher Journeys: Encountering Children in Conflict Zones Read More »
Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT) has issued a request for expressions of interest (REOI) to conduct research to understand the transition to civilian life for ex-Service personnel with physical conditions …
FiMT Research Request for Expressions of Interest Read More »
Forces in Mind Trust Research Centre Conference 2018: Evidence and Policy for Veterans and their Families Save the date and book your ticket – 11th October 2018 The inaugural Forces in Mind …
Tickets Available – Forces in Mind Trust Research Centre Conference 2018 Read More »
GPs have been criticised for the healthcare and support they give military veterans. A damning report by watchdog Healthwatch Lancashire found just 6 per cent of the county’s military veterans …
Military veterans in Lancashire concerned about GP support for them Read More »
Those who follow veterans’ issues are aware of two overlapping explanations for difficult military-to-civilian transitions (MCT). The first is the well-advertised problem of chronic PTSD and other operational stress injuries …
From Military to Civilian: Beyond Medicalization Read More »
Call to arms to help Armed Forces community access housing support as soon as possible The Royal British Legion has recently called on Service leavers and veterans to ‘get help …
Legion urges Service Leavers and Veterans to ‘get help early’ Read More »
Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT) has issued a request for expressions of interest (REOI) to conduct research on the transition into employment on leaving the UK Armed Forces for Senior …
Forces in Mind Trust Research Centre Conference 2018: Evidence and Policy for Veterans and their Families Save the date and book your ticket – 11th October 2018 The inaugural Forces …
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Former servicemen and women who are struggling to cope with life outside of the military are being urged to sign up to a Peer Support Service, delivered by veterans’ mental …
Reacting to Lord Ashcroft’s decision to step down as the Prime Minister’s Special Representative for Veterans’ Transition, Air Vice-Marshal Ray Lock, Chief Executive of the Forces in Mind Trust has said: …
FiMT Statement in Response to Lord Ashcroft stepping down from Veterans’ Transition Role Read More »
Lord Ashcroft has announced he is stepping down as the Prime Minister’s Special Representative for Veterans’ Transition. I have announced today that, after nearly six years in the role, I …
Lord Ashcroft: My pride at working for our military veterans over the past six years Read More »
During the worst years of the Taliban insurgency in Afghanistan, hundreds of servicemen were flown to one hospital in Birmingham, where pioneering medics learned to treat injuries previously thought unsurvivable. …
How two British surgeons took on the wounded soldier’s last taboo Read More »
Afghan interpreters who served with British troops fighting against the Taliban should be able to stay in the UK, the defence secretary has said. More than 150 Afghans given five-year …
What do you think? Afghan interpreters should be able to stay in UK – defence secretary Read More »
What do you think? Have your say and discuss over on the Hub Forum. The armed forces are the only organisations in the UK that are allowed to maintain their …
Is there a growing culture of militarism in the UK and what does this mean? Read More »
The Writeforyour.life blog shares insights into veterans’ transition and narrative transformation. Military work can occupy 24 hours a day and seven days a week, and it frequently involves working, sleeping and …
A new blog has recently been started, with a remit to explore ‘personal tales and cultural narratives about war, veterans and society’. The first post explores the subject of military-civilian …
New Blog: Critically engaging stories of military-civilian transition Read More »
Six wounded veterans are to walk 1,000 miles across America this summer to raise awareness of mental health. On Wednesday 11th April 2018 Walking with the Wounded’s latest expedition, the Walk …
The Royal British Legion is supporting the Normandy Memorial which will be inaugurated next year to mark the 75th anniversary of the D Day landings. The Normandy Memorial Trust has spent …
Normandy Memorial to mark the 75th anniversary of the D Day landings Read More »
Military charity Help for Heroes and Sparsholt College have announced their partnership for RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2018. Their garden, The Force for Good, will tell the powerful story of …
Students and Veterans work together to create RHS Chelsea Flower Show Garden Read More »
Secretary of State for Transport Chris Grayling recently (03-04-18) toured Britain’s Bravest Manufacturing Company – a social enterprise which employs injured veterans and people with disabilities – as part of …
RBLI’s transformative employment support programme for veterans expands across Wales after backing from the Morrisons Foundation. Unemployed Welsh veterans are to be handed a lifeline after a transformative employment support …
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Service family accommodation A guide has been produced for service families about applying for, maintaining, moving in and out of and living in UK service family accommodation (SFA). The provision …
Charities continue to carry out important work for veterans and their families, whilst individuals work hard to fund raise and achieve impressive feats in the process… A blind veteran from …
There are just 100 days until Llandudno becomes the national focus for Armed Forces Day. To mark the milestone, uniformed personnel from the Royal Navy, Army, and Royal Air Force, …
The service, which offers specialist support, information and advice to the carers of people with dementia was developed in partnership with Dementia UK. Since launching its first Admiral Nurse service in …
Carers who are part of the RAF Family now have a dedicated support package – thanks to the RAF Benevolent Fund. The RAF’s leading welfare charity has launched the new …
Carers need not feel alone – the RAF Benevolent Fund is by their side Read More »
When 65 year old veteran Ken lost his eyesight temporarily, he and his wife Gina found help from several organisations, including the Defence Medical Welfare Service, within the Unforgotten Forces …
Unforgotten Forces working together successfully to support veterans Read More »
The Legion’s handy van service helps ex-Service people and their families with small household repairs and minor adaptations. The Legion has handy vans in 21 counties across the country, and partnerships with other …
How the Legion’s handy van service helps people maintain independence Read More »
The series of Veterans Work films highlight the benefits of recruiting veterans, and aims to challenge misconceptions surrounding the recruitment of Service leavers. ‘What does an idea sound like?’ is …
Veterans Work Film to Showcase at National Employer Conference Read More »
What Is Commonwealth Day? Each year, on the second Monday of March, Britain and countries across Africa, Europe, the Americas, Asia and the Pacific celebrate “Commonwealth Day”. Although you might …
Why Does Commonwealth Day Matter To The Military? Read More »
Film Premiere – 11th April, Chapter Arts Cardiff, 12.30 – 2.00 pm The Families of Veterans Support Service has been delivering a bespoke family support service to children and their families across …
Film Premier: Children Speak – Building Positive Futures Read More »
Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT) has awarded £115,122 to the Officers’ Association, to identify the transition challenges and barriers that all ranks of Service leavers aged 50 plus face when …
The FiMT Research Centre is a UK-based facility for easy access to UK and international research on veterans and their families. This Research Centre offers research support, outputs and also …
New Forces in Mind Trust Research Centre Website Read More »
There are reports that former service personnel could get £40,000 bursaries to retrain as teachers. Focusing on those who want to teach biology, chemistry, computing, maths and modern languages, the bursary …
Heavy snow and sub-zero conditions have blighted Britain’s roads, railways and airports, with delays and cancellations. The cold snap has been nicknamed the ‘Beast from the East’ in the UK, with a …
Ghostly figures of First World War soldiers or ‘Tommies’, have sprung up all over the UK today, as part of a new fundraising campaign led by former Chief of the …
The VFR Hub is keen to network and collaborate with individuals and organisations located in the UK and internationally. The Centre for Mental Health has great vision and mission statements, …
Now entering its eighth year, the RAF Benevolent Fund’s partnership with relationship counselling service Relate has been so successful the service is being extended to include veterans and their partners. …
Sid Welham and Lesley Gold explain how the KPMG Military Internship Programme works for veterans. Why does KPMG have a Military Internship Programme? Four years ago, Sid saw that KPMG …
Charities continue to carry out important work for veterans and their families, whilst individuals work hard to fund raise and achieve impressive feats in the process… A woman from Oxford …
“VFR Hub a Great Resource for Veteran Community” The Veterans and Families Research Hub (VFR Hub) is an interactive web portal and search engine for publicly-available research materials, representing a …
Positive Response to VFR Hub from the Clearinghouse Read More »
Today’s wars and conflicts are increasingly fought among and alongside civilian populations. This means that professional soldiers are ever more likely to encounter children during military operations. Despite international efforts …
Child soldiers put adult troops in a painful moral dilemma Read More »
Vix joined the RAF in 2005, having been in the Officer Training Corps at Manchester University, where she studied Economics and Politics. She graduated as an Intelligence Officer in 2007, …
A Former RAF Intelligence Officer Shares her Transition Story Read More »
The well-being of former serving members of the Armed Forces has been at the centre of policy and research for some time. There is evidence from clinical practice and academic …
Burton Addiction Centre/Care after Combat Partnership Read More »
Recently the 2018 award finalists gathered together for a special celebratory reception held at the House of Lords. The evening’s host, Soldiering On Awards President, General the Lord Dannatt, welcomed 170 …
As a tribute to all who have served in the Royal Air Force in the last century, Isle of Man Post Office has commissioned a set of eight commemorative stamps. …
Isle of Man Post Office introduces stamps to mark RAF100 Read More »
Mission Motorsport have set up a new outreach programme for veterans called Veterans@Heritage. On the third Wednesday of every month veterans are invited to the former WWII bomber base, RAF …
Recently there has been widespread positive media coverage, including in the Sunday Telegraph, Scotland on Sunday, Sunday Times, Sun on Sunday, Mail on Sunday, Independent, BBC (online) and Sky News (online), of the Army’s Ice Maiden team becoming the …
An amputee war veteran has just set the record time for rowing across the Atlantic in what is branded the world’s toughest endurance race. Former Para Jordan Beecher and Captain …
RAF Airman Corporal Jon Ward has taken on the challenge of running 100 marathons to mark the centenary of the RAF. He completed marathon number 97 last weekend, having first …
Runner Takes on 100 Marathons To Honour 100 Years Of The RAF Read More »
Charities continue to work hard for veterans and many people have started the new year galvanised to create positive change for veterans and raise money for charity… A Royal Air …
The Winter Paralympics team is being announced within the next few weeks and there are veterans among those who will represent GB. An Afghanistan veteran who lost a limb to …
Key figures who work to support veterans have been recognised in the New Year’s Honours List. Here are just a few… Veterans’ Charity Director awarded an OBE. Pauline Shaw is …
A decommissioned artillery shell that’s replacing a long-lost tribute to veterans of the First World War has gone on display at a brewery in Dudley. It’s being showcased at Shell …
On Tuesday 12th December, the OA held a national employment Symposium at Deloitte’s London headquarters. Former and serving officers in the Armed Forces attended to gain insight into different sectors …
Officers’ Association Helps Service Leavers with Employment Symposium Read More »
The clinic is run at the Centre for Veterans’ Health, King Edward VII’s Hospital in association with Supporting Wounded Veterans. These appointments are free of charge for veterans. All that is …
Ex-Soldier, David Wood volunteers for Help 4 Homeless Veterans recently received an award from the High Sheriff of Dorset for his work with the veterans community. David was presented with …
High Sherriff of Dorset awards Help 4 Homeless Veterans volunteer Read More »
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The Aged Veterans Project has recently been introduced in Herefordshire and Nottinghamshire. It is aimed at veterans aged 65 and over, their family members, dependents or carers to provide professional …
Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT) has awarded Tros Gynnal Plant funds of £284,427 to enable them to pilot a three-year trial of a community based mental health support service for …
Many Service Charities have been very active in the lead up to Christmas… International bestselling crime and thriller writer, Peter James, famous for the Brighton-based Roy Grace series, is to …
Supporters of the Walking with the Wounded charity have marked the start of its Walking Home For Christmas campaign, covering 50 miles from London to Sussex. More than 30 veterans and volunteers set off …
‘So Worth It’: Veterans & Volunteers In London-Sussex Walk For Forces Charity Read More »
The Chelsea Pensioners have celebrated one of the more unusual festive traditions – the Ceremony of the Christmas Cheeses. The annual ritual is over 300-years-old and involves almost a quarter-of-a-tonne of cheese. …
Chelsea Pensioners Ring In The Festive Season With A Cheesy 300-Year-Old Tradition Read More »
A Second World War medal awarded to a pigeon for her service to the RAF has been sold an impressive £8,680 (inclusive) at auction. Princess was among 32 pigeons that …
Hero Pigeon’s Medal Fetches A Coooo…l £8000 At Auction Read More »
Jordan Beecher and Captain Jon Armstrong are making their final preparations on the Canary Island of La Gomera for what will be an epic row of around 3,000 miles across …
The hard work and commitment of Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) supporters was celebrated with a presentation by Her Royal Highness Princess Anne. As the national charity of …
Princess Royal Commends Supporters of the RNRMC at London Reception Read More »
Women’s Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust Personnel across HMS Collingwood were treated to cakes and other home-made goodies at the Base’s annual WRNS BT Festive Sale. The Women’s Royal Naval …
George Ward, a 90 year old helped by SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity enjoyed a day on the ship where he served George ‘Sharky’ Ward, from Caversham in Berkshire, fulfilled …
Navy veteran visits HMS Belfast after sailing on her more than 60 years ago Read More »
Combat Stress, the UK’s leading charity for veterans’ mental health, is sharing its tops tips to help former servicemen and women cope with the Christmas and New Year period. Christmas …
Between 19th-29th November, 17 veterans and serving personnel trekked 75 miles from Port San Carlos to Port Stanley. Organised by The Not Forgotten Association to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Falklands …
In October Give Us Time sent five families to the amazing Azure Resort in Malta in collaboration with the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Center at Headley Court. We are all incredibly …
Service Families’ From Headley Court Benefit From Respite Break Read More »
Three Help for Heroes-funded athletes – Steve Arnold, Scott Meenagh and Terry Ahrens – are focused on a journey to the Winter Paralympic Games in PyeongChang in March 2018. Help for …
Three athletes focus on a journey to the Winter Paralympic Games Read More »
A HOST of companies and individuals have been recognised in an awards ceremony celebrating veterans’ successful transition into civilian life and the businesses which support them. The BSI Resettlement Awards celebrate the …
Jaguar Land Rover among companies recognised for veteran commitment Read More »
Some of the biggest veteran employers in the UK feature in three short films, now available to view on the Veterans Work website. Also starring celebrities including Joanna Lumley, ‘Judge’ Rob …
People ask me what I miss serving in the military. My answer, Camaraderie. All this craziness going on in our country makes me want to go back in the Military. …
Camaraderie is One Trait the Civilian Sector is Lacking Read More »
A new Certificate of Vision Impairment (CVI) form, with accompanying Explanatory Notes for Consultant Ophthalmologists, has been launched on the Department of Health website. The move has been welcomed by Blind Veterans …
New government guidelines for veterans battling sight loss Read More »
Veterans’ Gateway has partnered with The Defence Discount Service (DDS) to offer free discount cards to eligible members of the Armed Forces community. Clients could save £100’s if not £1000’s …
Free Defence Privilege Card offers online and high street discounts to veterans Read More »
In the UK over 1.3 million people provide over 50 hours of care per week. And those caring for veterans may face additional difficulties, due to life-changing injuries that make …
Helping the carers of veterans find the correct support Read More »
Leaving the armed forces can be a daunting prospect. After years of living a structured lifestyle which could involve fighting on the front line, the transition to civilian life can …
Two Plymouth military veterans will be debuting their poetry book ‘Sounds of the Sea’ at a special launch at the Sherwell Hall Centre, on Friday 20th October at 2pm. The …
I am the daughter of a military man. My father served his country for 34 years and fought in three wars. Our family moved 26 times, over three continents. I …
(Canadian OH&S News) — A research team working on behalf of Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) recently released the early results of an ongoing pilot study on psychiatric service dogs for …
Mixed reaction greets report on service dogs for veterans, first responders Read More »
Financially Independent – The goal of being financially independent is to create a lifestyle focused on passively earning income while minimizing expenses. There are many objectives you can use to achieve being …
Vulnerable—it’s the most unmilitary of traits. But that’s how veterans say they feel when it comes to managing their money. A study funded this year by First Command Financial Services, …
Military family life can come with some challenges for service members and their families. The stress of deployment and mobilizations can add up, leading to depression, anxiety and other mental …
Military Mental Health Resources: Depression, TBI & PTSD Read More »
The barriers to effective support Impact measurement in mental health is always tricky, but particularly in the armed forces community. Reluctance to talk about mental health problems—and underestimation of the scale of …
Military mental health: challenges and opportunities for impact Read More »
With suicide rates dramatically rising and increased attention to the violence of veterans who struggle with mental illness, the military has been under increased pressure to provide ready access to mental health treatment, and …
Military Mental Health: Understanding the crisis Read More »
The homeless are often looked down upon in American society, and the true tragedy is seeing our heroic Soldiers fall to this. What we often don’t understand is what would …
The Great American Tragedy: Homelessness Among Our Veterans Read More »
Veteran Homelessness: A National Disgrace Shaun Donovan, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and the former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development stated in a recent …
Community Solutions’ focus on housing the most vulnerable homeless veterans across the country is one piece of a larger strategy that includes developing new forms of affordable housing for veterans, …
Homeless people tend to be among the most denigrated in American society. Many consider homelessness to be the result of personal failure, a refusal to work and be productive citizens. …
Defined by U.S. federal legislation as people who “lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence,” determining how many homeless people there really are remains a perennial problem. Part of …
Of more than two dozen female veterans interviewed by The New York Times, 16 said that they had been sexually assaulted in the service, and another said that she had been …
Female military veterans, after rape, homelessness Read More »
Like many people, I had educational goals that I wanted to accomplish in pursuit of my life’s mission. And like many people who come from humble beginnings, I had to …
Just because you are not technically in academia when you are in the service doesn’t mean you aren’t learning enough to earn college credit. The G.I. Bill is one thing, …
Last year a joint effort of the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), National Student Clearinghouse, and Students Veterans of America (SVA) gave new insight to how our most recent Veterans are …
New joint effort will help track student Veteran success Read More »
Starting July 1, resident-rate tuition and fees (section 702) will be offered to “covered individuals” in qualifying states/territories. Currently, 34 states and 3 territories comply with the law. A covered …
Elderly Veterans and Veterans who require around the clock care have numerous options available to them through VA. Annually, thousands of Veterans turn to VA for care, whether it in …
When Nicholas Caris first tried yoga, he hated it. For his first yoga class he decided to go all in, a 90-minute Birkram session in a room heated to 95 …
Joel Nicholson started his military career with the U.S. Marine Corps in 1993. He later joined the National Guard in 2006 and was activated in 2008 with the 56th Stryker …
What are the benefits of service dogs, emotional support dogs for Veterans? Read More »
From August to September 2013, Gulf War II Veteran unemployment rates increased by .1 percent, inconsistent with this year’s decrease. In both August to September 2013 and 2014, non-Veteran unemployment …
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a diagnosed mental health condition that affects a person’s thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships. It can develop after experiencing a traumatic event such as combat exposure, …
There are hundreds of companies that promote hiring Veterans. Some companies are even going out of their to specifically recruit Veterans for their company. And there is an unemployment rate …
Being a patient can be confusing at times. Your psychological health care options may seem unclear, or you may be unsure about what a certain treatment means. Based on the …
Understanding the Types of Psychological Health Care Read More »
In-state tuition and out-of-state tuition charges are new concepts to Veterans. But more and more, Veterans are finding that they need to educate themselves on these costs. Thanks to rich …
Veteran Students Win Battle in Tuition Fairness: War Wages On Read More »
The Senate has devised a plan to recruit veterans, reservists and National Guard members to guard the nation’s borders. The amendment to the immigration reform bill requires the Department of …
In November, 2006, William O’Hare and Bill Bishop of the University of New Hampshire’s Carsey Institute published a report showing that “rural families are paying a disproportionately high price for …
Dr. Karen Sanders, a long-time VA physician and deputy director of the department’s Office of Academic Affiliations, plays a large role in how the partnerships between VA and the nation’s …
VA, medical school affiliations shape health care Read More »
Ruth Moore served her country in the Navy and paid a price no one expects — sexual assault. As a two-time victim, it took her years to find her …
Makerspaces, also called hackerspaces or fablabs are do-it-yourself spaces where people can create, invent, and learn in a social environment with the proper equipment. While longtime hubs for the hobbyist, …
The first graduate of the first Veterans Drug Treatment Court, Manny Welch, is living proof that anything is possible, that if the bad that life brings your way doesn’t kill …
First Veterans treatment court graduate is proof anything is possible Read More »
Three years ago, a succession of scandals at the Department of Veterans Affairs revealed veterans were dying due to negligence, fraud and abuse at VA hospitals across the nation. In …
Choice reform legislation must put veterans’ needs first Read More »
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs touts the Compensated Work Therapy program as a viable way for veterans to transition from military duty to civilian work. The initiative usually starts …
VA Program Aims to Help Veterans Gain Job Skills Read More »
