Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society’s Post

White busses. Military families know all too well what those mean… White busses have 2 very significant meanings in the military community: Deployment & Homecoming Any time I’m driving on a military installation, my stomach flips when I see a convoy of white busses. Someone’s either saying “goodbye” or welcoming someone home. If you’re part of the military community, you know the roll of emotions that come with seeing white busses. As you watch the news, remember people like the ones in this photo. There are *hundreds of thousands* of military personnel currently deployed. And if you’ve been watching the news, you’ll know many of those folks are in some pretty hostile, tension-filled, very uncomfortable environments. Remember Everyone Deployed every day. Consider the sacrifice they’re making as they spend months away from their families - time they’ll never be able to get back. Let’s talk about those families more often. Let’s hold them in support more often. Let’s come together more often to ensure they know they’re seen. 📸 Marines holding on tight to Operation Gratitude Battalion Buddies as they prepare to gift them to their little ones & say “Goodbye”. These bears were hand-filled & assembled with a lot of love by grateful folks from all across the nation! #operationgratitude #military #usmc #marines #marinecorps #militaryfamilies #monthofthemilitarychild #nonprofit #volunteer

ARMY DEPLOYS OPERATIONS CENTER TO PHILIPPINES Fort Magsaysay, Philippines. (June 17, 2024): In the event of war, how do you set up a command center in the middle of dense jungle halfway around the world? In this photo by Staff Sgt. Thomas Moeger, Sergeant Ratu Komaisavai fires his weapon during a simulated engagement in the jungles of the Philippines during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center-Exportable (JPMRC-X). The concept is to create a “deployable” package of personnel and equipment that can be dispatched to establish Joint Operating Centers (JOC) to run military exercises anywhere in the world. READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/gYvcsDa8 DONATE: https://lnkd.in/gWRB8NyR #supportourtroops #nonprofit #charity #military #activeduty #soldier #navy #Marines #Army #airforce

To the men and women of Canada's Armed Forces who have served their nation with distinction in war and in peace. The National Military Cemetery is a national focal point of honour which recognises the men and women of Canada’s Armed Forces who have served their country with distinction in war and in peace. As a national site of recognition, this cemetery is unique within Canada. Preplanning your cemetery arrangements is one of the most thoughtful and considerate gifts you can give to your loved ones, because it relieves the burden of making difficult and expensive decisions at the time of grieving, and lets you set your own legacy. It really means: Sparing your family from making hard decisions at an emotionally stressful time; Lightening additional grief at the time of loss; Ensuring your decisions are informed and thoughtful; Choosing the specific items you want at today’s prices. https://lnkd.in/eug-mUq8 #armedforces #armedforcescommunity #canada #canadianarmedforces #royalcanadiannavy #rcn #royalcanadianairforce #rcaf #canadianarmy

The impact of military life on the spouses and partners of those men and women who serve in the British Armed Forces, can be huge. Military life without question, is difficult. It's challenging. It's complex. And it can be extremely lonely. Katyia's story really drives home how hard it can be. But there is a light at the end of the tunnel. A beacon of hope, a promise of support and community. And that light is our coworking hubs. But there is a light at the end of the tunnel. A beacon of hope, a promise of support and community. And that light is our coworking hubs. “I firmly believe that every military base should have a coworking hub. It’s a vital part of every base’s infrastructure, and key to supporting the physical and emotional wellbeing of military spouses and partners. Having access to a coworking hub means you’ll never be alone again. It certainly saved me", explains Katyia. Please take some time to read Katyia’s story, and share with your networks. It’s poignant and inspirational in equal measure. And it took courage to tell. We salute your bravery and honesty, Katyia. https://ow.ly/815e50SCbWE #MCN #Coworking #Coworkinghubs #Bovington #Army #Militaryspouse #Miitarypartner #MilitaryCoworkingNetwork #Community #ArmedForcesCommunity #BritishArmedForces #militarylife

Day of the Deployed honors all who are currently deployed, or who have been deployed, while serving in the U.S. armed forces.We also need to acknowledge the sacrifices that military spouses, children, and other family members make while their loved ones are deployed.Today, over 200,000 troops are currently deployed outside of the U.S. Here are some ways to honor them:- Send a care package or letter to someone overseas.- Help a family of a deployed service member.- Display a yellow ribbon.- Donate to military organizations, such as OHT.- Volunteer your time at an organization that supports the troops.- Foster a military pet.They Promised to Defend. We Promise to Support. #military#veterans#nonprofit#veterannonprofit#veterancharity#neverforget#dayofthedeployed

I often post about how brands can connect with the military. What happens when the military reaches out to the local community? Airmen from Ellsworth Air Force Base (SD) volunteered around the Black Hills for the inaugural “Service before Self” day. Volunteer teams from Ellsworth Air Force Base’s 28th Bomb Wing scattered across Rapid City, helping out with housing construction projects in partnership with the Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity as well as projects with the Youth and Family Services. People doing good work to make their local community better. Think there’s something a brand can bring to the table in that situation? #MilitaryMarketing #Military #marketing #Branding

Engagement in CLA’s VBCs (virtual belonging communities) continues to grow, with more than 2,000 family members now participating in at least one of CLA’s nine VBCs: - Abilities at CLA - CelebrAsian - Generationally Indigenous - Military connections - Parents and guardians - Pride at CLA - Sankofa - Una Familia - Women at CLA Discover the positive impact of VBCs on our people and communities by reading this year’s Promise and Transparency Report. https://hubs.li/Q02mxK6B0

We recently ran a campaign on LinkedIn highlighting our offering to veterans which has received great support, and thanks to those of you that shared and commented. It has generated an interesting conversation around who qualifies as a 'veteran'.  The definition of a 'veteran' varies from country to country. For example, in New Zealand it is a very exclusive term as only those former service personnel who served before 1 April 1974 and those with qualifying operational service after that date qualify as a 'veteran'. In the US, anyone who served in the active military and who left under conditions other than dishonourable qualify. The UK Government's definition of "anyone who has served for at least one day in His Majesty's Armed Forces (Regular or Reserve) or Merchant Mariners who have seen duty on legally defined military operations" is probably the most inclusive. It is this wide definition that military charities work to when providing their support and it is also the one that we at Trinity adhere to. We feel that those who volunteered to serve, and served - no matter for how short or long, deserve the very best in return. #military #armedforcescommunity #veterans #veteranshelpingveterans

☞How are you celebrating and supporting #milspouses? ✫This article is truly a piece I enjoyed writing for our special day #miitaryspouseappreciationday