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Hayley Ann Boswell ⭐️This hit me. Our eldest is onto her 7th school and all four of our children have faced challenges with their education due to being Defence Kidz. Thankfully, they have also thrived. As Defence families, we do not get to pick where we live. The amount of times some snarky person on the phone has said to me, "Why didn't you have them on the wait list from birth?" We, as Defence families, don't get that luxury. How about priority of placement for Defence Kidz in ALL childcare centres. Who needs respite more than a Defence spouse doing it solo? How about State School of CHOICE? We don't get to pick where we live, so how about allowing us to pick the State school that best suits our child regardless of catchment area? Small actionable outcomes that would give Defence families a little bit of power to determine the best educational outcomes for their children. These options are already available to at risk children, so the framework is there. How about our Defence Kidz?

It's wonderful to hear about Craig Newmark's involvement in promoting the Campaign for Inclusion (CFI) at Blue Star Families. The values of CFI, as you've shared, are crucial in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for military and veteran families. Let's break down the key components of these values: 1. **Commitment**: One of the foundational values of CFI is a strong commitment to strengthening military families by providing diverse resources and benefits to meet their various needs. This commitment underscores the importance of supporting and uplifting these families across different aspects of their lives. 2. **Family**: CFI recognizes the importance of ensuring that military families feel included and welcomed in the communities where they live and serve. By emphasizing the significance of family and community support, the campaign strives to create a sense of belonging and connection for these families. 3. **Impact**: CFI is focused on creating positive and meaningful impacts through its programs and engagements. By intentionally designing initiatives that directly benefit military and veteran families, the campaign aims to enhance their experiences and promote inclusion and belonging in communities nationwide. By embodying these values of commitment, family, and impact, the Campaign for Inclusion at Blue Star Families demonstrates a genuine dedication to supporting military and veteran families and fostering a more inclusive environment for them. It's heartening to see influential figures like Craig Newmark contributing to such important initiatives that can make a real difference in the lives of these families. #CFI #CampaignForInclusion #senseofbelonging #inclusion #militaryfamilies #diversity Kathy Roth-Douquet Lindsay Knight, PhD Thomas Bostick Gwen Bingham Justin Schmitt Mark Elliott Fernando Snowden-Lorence Anicia Myers Michele Matchett-Godfrey MBA, AFC® Danielle Lankford Tiffany King Anicia Myers

We want to be transparent with you while building and fostering trust. MAA’s values are enablers to our vision and are directly tied to our focus areas. -To advocate for policy improvements requires integrity to ensure we are conducting ourselves in a professional manner and staying within moral, ethical, and legal bounds. -To engage with the DoD family community requires courage to be vulnerable with one another and share our personal stories. -To foster deep understanding of issues requires perseverance to commit time and effort to research, analyze, and create initiatives to solve problems. -To expand partnerships requires humility to acknowledge our need for different perspectives and expertise to achieve a greater good. #MAA #MissionAlphaAdvocacy #military #advocate #empowerment #volunteer

Honoring Our Heroes 🎖️ On this Memorial Day, we are deeply honored to remember and celebrate all those who have served and continue to serve our country. Your bravery and dedication inspire us every day. At Madi's Movement, we are committed to supporting foster teens that often lack the support system many take for granted. Here are some important stats about foster teens and military service: 🦅 Around 10% of former foster youth join the military. Many foster teens see the military as a pathway to stability and opportunity. 🗽Foster youth who join the armed forces often excel due to their resilience and adaptability. 💬 Comment 'Heroes' below to learn more and see how even the smallest action can make a big difference. Follow us for a glimpse into the world of foster teens and how every act of kindness adds up to a huge difference. ✨ 🙏 Thank you to all who serve and to those who support our foster teens. Together, we can create lasting change and build a brighter future for all. #MemorialDay #HonoringOurHeroes #FosterTeens #MadisMovement #SupportFosterYouth #Empowerment #EducationForAll #Military #Army #USA #Love #America #Honor#SupportFosterTeens #MakingADifference #FosterCareAwareness #FosterYouthAwareness #FosterCareSystem #FosterParents #FosterParent #FosterParenting #FosterCare #FosterAwarenessMonth #NonProfit #MakeADifference #FYP #NonProfitOrganization #Sibblings #Moving #Struggles

Partner with us as we strive to liberate desert communities through the power of the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. See more on our Vision, Goals, and Impact at https://lnkd.in/dvF3K6Fy Our Vision & Goal - Liberate communities and individuals through the gospel. - Make disciples in every nation to carry God’s agenda. - Prepare lands for the planting and harvesting of souls. What We Do - Train, recruit, and send Missionaries. - Serve as home office for freelance Missionaries. - Mobilize Christians for missions worldwide. Our Strategy - Educate in prisons and mission fields. - Establish seminaries with intercultural studies focus. - Recruit mission volunteers and organize advocacy trips. Urgent Needs - Satellite Internet Service sponsorship. - Education programs for desert children. - Construction of classrooms. - Clean water and solar lights projects. Meet Our Directors - Rev. Olu Sunday, CEO/President - Pst. (Mrs.) Olu Jennifer, Finance Director - Prof. O. O. Agbede, Chairman, Board of Trustees - Pst. Sam Oye, Mission Director - Rev. Oluwatuyi {DCM}, Program Director Join us in making a difference! #MissionaryWork #CommunityTransformation #EmpowerThroughEducation #DonateNow #MakeADifferenceToday #RoyalMission https://lnkd.in/dvF3K6Fy

Children of parents deployed in the military face unique challenges that can significantly impact their well-being and development. From coping with parental absence to adjusting to frequent relocations, these children need dedicated assistance to thrive amidst the challenges of military life. Some struggles include: • Emotional stress and anxiety stemming from parental separation • Difficulty adjusting to frequent relocations and changes in schools and communities • Behavioral issues and academic struggles due to the disruption in routine and support systems Support and resources available/worth seeking: • Military Family Life Counselors offering counseling services to help children cope with emotional challenges • Military Family Support Centers providing programs and activities to strengthen family bonds and foster community connections such as @militaryfamilyorg (a percentage of all Couples’ Coffee Co sales are donated to this organization)  • Schools offering support systems such as counselors and support groups to assist military-connected children in adjusting to new environments We know this can be a difficult time to navigate, but know we’re here for you. One cup of coffee at a time. ⁃ #veteranowned #veteranownedbusiness #veteranownedandoperated #veteranfamilyowned #veteransowned #supportchildren #supportingchildren #armyfamily #familyarmy #army #armywifelife

Is it voluntary work if it's mandatory? 💭 The Conservative Party's proposed National Service Plan suggests that all 18-year-olds in the UK should complete a year of community volunteering or military training. The goal is to foster civic duty and national pride. My first thought was: Can mandatory service truly be labeled as 'voluntary' work? What are your thoughts on the impact and implications of this initiative? #NationalService #YouthEngagement #PublicPolicy #Volunteering

🚀 The mission doesn’t stop here! At IGY6, we’re proud of the results we’ve helped brands achieve in connecting with the military community. But this is just the beginning—we’re ready to help you take your outreach and engagement to the next level. Whether you're looking to strengthen relationships with military families, create targeted campaigns, or drive meaningful impact, we've got the expertise and the passion to make it happen. Don't miss out on the opportunity to expand your reach! 📈 Let’s elevate your brand's military engagement: https://lnkd.in/gXzqpgrx #GrowingStronger #IGY6LLC #MilitaryOutreach #BrandEngagement #MissionDriven #MilitaryFamilies #VeteransConnect

Eric Luley, I am a 60% disabled vet. I have never attempted to have my 60% rating increased. every single day my life is effected by my disability. I have been told by numerous VA Healthcare workers that I should be at 100%. I have spent the last seven years not wanting to bother with attempting a reevaluation, because I feel that others are in greater need of the appointments and effort. Please remember that the military is specifically marketed as a job/career to people who tend to believe that they owe a debt to society, or at least believe that something greater than themselves exists. The amount of money and time used by the VBA in an effort to prevent fraud is greater than any other government entity. Because of the distribution of budgets, it cannot even be tracked. While there may be dishonest advocates and veterans, I believe that the greater problem is veterans and their survivors not wanting to bother with asking, or demanding their rightful benefits. It is important to remember that the military is a part of the government, and it employs service members. The government provides all other employees with workplace protections, and requires all private sector employers to provide workplace protections. Workers Compensation laws & regulations exist to assist injured workers and their survivors in getting made whole. The VA is basically 'workers compensation' for service members. It is not charity, or a low income program. We as the citizens of the United States are the employers of the service members, and we have a moral obligation to ensure that anyone injured in our employment is taken care of, as are their survivors.

📢 Navigating Military Relocation and Child Custody in Texas! 📢 Does military life impact your child custody arrangements or your future plans after your divorce is finalized? If you or someone you know is a military service member and involved in a child custody case, then this article may be a helpful resource. Addressing head-on the complexities that some military families face when dealing with child custody and relocation, this article helps to explain some of the legal nuances, geographic restrictions, and strategic considerations involved in advocating for parental rights while one or both parents are in the military. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eUUX7PK #Military #Relocation #ChildCustody #FamilyLaw