Janet Napolitano, June 6, 2013 - Today, I am proud to announce the launch of the redesigned Blue Campaign, the Department of Homeland Security’s unified voice for combating human trafficking. Human trafficking is often hidden in plain sight, even in our own communities. Everyone has a role to play in combating human trafficking. Increased awareness and training will lead … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2013
Focusing on Resilience: 21st Century Sailor Office Established
WASHINGTON (NNS, June 5, 2013) -- Effective June 1, Navy headquarters staff realigned in support of the establishment of 21st Century Sailor office (OPNAV N17). Establishment of the 21st Century Sailor office will provide for more coordinated and streamlined efforts in Sailor resiliency and readiness programs. Full details of the realignment can be found in Naval … [Read more...]
Official Highlights Assistance for Absentee Voters
WASHINGTON, June 5, 2013 – The Federal Voting Assistance Program exists to help military and overseas citizen voters overcome unique obstacles they may face, the program’s acting director told the U.S. Civil Rights Commission. Matt Boehmer said that while states and localities remain in charge of administering elections, FVAP promotes awareness of upcoming … [Read more...]
Benefit Training for Same-Sex Partners and Children Begins
WASHINGTON (NNS - 6/04/2013) -- The Navy will begin training for leadership and support elements to be ready to provide eligible benefits to same-sex domestic partners of service members and their children beginning August 31. "Extending these benefits reinforces the principle that all those who volunteer to serve are treated with dignity and respect and ensured fairness and … [Read more...]
Military Saves Launches “National Guard Summer Savings Drive”
WASHINGTON, D.C. (6/4/13) - Military Saves announced the launch of the first National Guard Summer Savings Drive to encourage Guard members and their families to take the Military Saves pledge as a commitment to save regularly. The Savings Drive will take place June 1, 2013 through June 30, 2013. “The National Guard Summer Savings Drive is an opportunity for … [Read more...]