FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (NNS, 08/12/2013) -- The Navy announced the establishment of the Navy's newest Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) initiative, the Victims' Legal Counsel (VLC) Program, which will provide legal advice and advocacy for eligible victims of sexual assault. The Victims' Legal Counsel will help victims understand the investigation and military … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2013
Air Defense Artillery Vietnam Veterans Donate Memorial to Fort Sill
FORT SILL, Okla. (Aug. 12, 2013) -- The National Dusters, Quads and Searchlight Association donated a memorial to Fort Sill's Constitution Park, during an unveiling ceremony, Aug. 9. Retired Col. Vincent Tedesco stood before a crowd of his peers and predecessors and described what it was like to fight as an air defender in Vietnam. "Bravery was just so commonplace it was … [Read more...]
DoD and VA Establish Two Multi-Institutional Consortia to Research PTSD and TBI
WASHINGTON (Aug. 12, 2013) -- In response to President Obama’s Executive Order, the Departments of Defense (DoD) and Veterans Affairs (VA) highlighted today the establishment of two joint research consortia, at a combined investment of $107 million to research the diagnosis and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) … [Read more...]
The Obama Administration’s Work to Honor Our Military Families and Veterans
August 12, 2013 - The White House -- On Saturday, August 10, President Obama addressed the Disabled American Veterans and discussed his Administration’s work to secure our nation, wind down the war in Afghanistan, better serve our troops and military families, and honor our veterans. In his remarks, President Obama outlined the five priorities his Administration is … [Read more...]
Hiring Our Heroes: Companies and Opportunities for Vets
As a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces, you have a lot to offer an employer. You’ve demonstrated dedication, reliability, resourcefulness and discipline, with lots of hands-on experience. Although many U.S. companies have veteran recruiting programs, some really excel with innovative programs to employ veterans and newly exiting service members. Continue Serving and … [Read more...]