Mission: Readiness is the nonpartisan national security organization of nearly 800 retired admirals and generals calling for smart investments in America’s children. It operates under the umbrella of the nonprofit Council for a Strong America. Currently, more than 70 percent of 17- to 24-year olds in the U.S. cannot serve in the military, primarily because they are too poorly educated, too overweight, or have a serious criminal record. Investing early in the upcoming generation is critical to securing our nation’s future. Retired admirals and generals understand that whether young people join the military or not, we must increase investments so that all young people can get the right start and succeed in life – whatever career path they choose. To ensure that we have a strong nation and a secure future, we need to help America’s youth succeed academically, stay physically fit, and abide by the law. Mission: Readiness educates policymakers about interventions that will prepare young people for success. This includes expanding high-quality early childhood education programs, increasing access to healthier food at school, and improving the quality and quantity of Physical Education. Mission: Readiness members communicate our message to policymakers and the public by meeting directly with policymakers, testifying at state and federal legislative sessions, submitting letters to the editor and op-eds in local and national newspapers, releasing quality research reports, holding events, and sending sign-on letters to key policymakers.
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After nearly 30 years, Council for a Strong America is dissolving as a national organization. The materials and resources on this site associated with Council for a Strong America will not be updated moving forward. The web pages for Fight Crime: Invest in Kids, ReadyNation, and Mission: Readiness will remain active as the work of these membership organizations continues. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gqxtjYHh
Quality early care and education can improve public safety in Louisiana and enhance national security. Read our new report that highlights solutions: https://lnkd.in/dWRsiZSt
Thanks to the Marine Corps Community Services team for sharing these “Eight Healthy Tips to Digest During National Nutrition Month” https://lnkd.in/ga5yYuvb #health #nutrition #recruiting #nationalsecurity
Today is Medal of Honor Day. We pay homage to those who have received our nation’s highest and most prestigious military decoration, the Medal of Honor. Mission: Readiness encourages education leaders across the country to tap into the Medal of Honor Character Development Program, a free resource which teaches courage, commitment, integrity, sacrifice, citizenship, and patriotism to students: https://lnkd.in/dWJKET8U #medalofhonor #leadership Photo courtesy of National Medal of Honor Museum
Today is World Water Day. When training, water consumption is an essential component for military personnel reaching their best physical performance. In addition, water is an essential, calorie-free beverage that can be used to help combat childhood obesity and improve students’ readiness to learn by maintaining proper hydration. #worldwaterday #water #operationhydration #heath #nationalsecurity U.S. Army photo by Army Sgt. 1st Class Gary A. Witte
77 percent of today’s young adults ages 17 to 24 do not qualify for military service because they are not academically prepared, are too overweight, or have a record of crime or substance abuse. The job of a military recruiter can be a challenging one. To learn more about those leading this important mission, meet U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Kaba. https://lnkd.in/etfwrgYj #nationalsecurity #recruiting #military