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My most vivid and most painful memory in 23 years in the US occurred on this day 23 years ago. We lost too many innocent families that day. And so many more since then - brave, selfless people who sacrificed their life so we wouldn't have another 9/11. We cannot be safe without military families. As we remember and mourn those who we have lost today, please consider expressing gratitude to military families who sacrifice every day to keep us safe. Here are some options... 1. Thank them for their service 2. Ask them how we can express our gratitude 3. Volunteer in organizations that support military families Help members of military families build fulfilling careers in the civillian sector... 4. Offer free training 5. Conduct mock interviews 6. Offer mentoring 7. Help with job hunting 8. Consider for internships / apprenticeships 9. Offer jobs 10. Brag about how awesome they are from the rooftops Never forget 9/11. Never forget who sacrifices every day since so we don't have another 9/11.

Today, we celebrate the courage and loyalty of our K9 Veterans! Did you know that March 13 commemorates the birth of the United States K9 Corps in 1942, formed for the first military dogs who served during World War II? Their loyalty and bravery will always be remembered. Read these articles to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gn_XAb2M https://lnkd.in/ghbrDJz3 #K9Heroes

Every #MemorialDay, we honor the bravery of those who served our nation. The ALS Network (formerly ALS Association Golden West Chapter) deeply appreciates our military heroes and their families, especially those battling #ALS. Today, we remember Senior Chief Eric Amador and his inspiring nine-year journey with ALS. Watch this video and learn more about Eric’s story.

May is Military Appreciation Month, a special time for those in and out of the military. It's a time to honor and recognize the contributions, sacrifices, and service of the members of the armed forces, past and present. Since 1999, this month serves as a reminder of the profound contributions made by service members. #MilitaryAppreciationMonth #NationalMilitaryAppreciationMonth #federalemployees #TSPretirement #mocofinancialadvisor #financialfreedom #axiomvaluellc #retirehappilyeverafter

"Child care accessibility, identified as a problem back in the Army’s 1990 analysis and raised as a key recommendation in the new Quality of Life Panel report, is also getting a closer look." Go ahead and take a look at that MOAA article (yes I ctrl+f for child care before reading any articles) One of the biggest hurdles in the type of advocacy that we do through Operation Child Care Project is the additional burden of explaining why there is a problem. Organizations that help homeless veterans find housing don't have to explain why veteran homelessness is an issue; it is understood. Organizations that set up food boxes/pantries/support don't have to explain why hungry soldiers are an issue; it is understood. VSO organizations focused on increasing healthcare access to disabled veterans don't have to explain why they need healthcare; it is understood. Child care touches everything. We see it affect enlisted and officer families and their ability to serve their country and their families. We see it as a primary barrier to transitioning veterans who find themselves without assistance programs to close the gap with their new salary. The list of situations is endless. It has been highlighted since the 1990s, and we are still educating on its impact. One thing I am grateful for is that the conversations I am having today are much different than the ones I was having seven years ago. When I bring up childcare policy considerations, I am no longer redirected to "ask the local FRG how they can help." I see more organizations like Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) and Military Family Advisory Network digging in on what needs to change to fit our modern families. The conversations with families will never get easier, but the barriers to advocating for them are getting smaller.

“You can’t get ahead if you’re always starting over." - Jennifer Goodale. Great article expressing the struggle of military spouses creating and sustaining their own careers. Well done, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA). I'd like to highlight an additional valuable resource: the FourBlock Military Spouse Career Readiness program. Although it doesn't focus on policy or legislation, this program empowers military spouses by helping them define their career visions and build the necessary toolkit to achieve their goals. Often, military spouses put their own aspirations on hold to support the military's needs, leading to a loss of personal identity. The collaboration with Prepare to Launch U reignites their confidence, helps them recognize their talents, and equips them to advocate for themselves in the workplace. 🔗https://lnkd.in/gbex3bBu #MilitarySpouses #MilitarySpouseEmployment

Today, on Navy Day, we celebrate and recognize all members, past and present, who have served in the naval forces. Arrow Security proudly employs many former military and law enforcement personnel for their unique dedication, skills, and training. #ArrowSecurity #ExpertService #SecurityExperts #WeCare #SecurityGuards #PrivateSecurity #SecurityPrograms #NavyDay #Navy #ThankYouForYourService

Indirect-fire innovation is an enduring evolution in US military history. Read more in Major Brennan Deveraux’s Lessons Learned and Unlearned: The Drivers of US Indirect-Fire Innovation https://lnkd.in/d7ccYcBY

Indirect-fire innovation is an enduring evolution in US military history. Read more in Major Brennan Deveraux’s Lessons Learned and Unlearned: The Drivers of US Indirect-Fire Innovation https://lnkd.in/d7ccYcBY

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