By Elaine Sanchez American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, March 21, 2012 – With military moving season about to kick into high gear, officials are urging service members to book their moving dates early and to remain as flexible as possible when doing so. Careful planning is vital to ensuring a smooth move, especially during the busiest season, John Johnson, branch chief … [Read more...]
VA Launches “Project REACH” Contest With HUD and Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation
March 19, 2012 White House Office of Communication WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs launched a new contest today to help the people who help the homeless. It challenges the developer community to create easy, mobile access to resources that the homeless need, when they need it and where they can get it. “This contest taps the talent and compassion of the … [Read more...]
Employment is Key Concern for Soldiers
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y.,-- Finding a job in today's economic climate can be challenging, especially for Army Reserve Soldiers who had to leave the civilian workforce to serve their country in Iraq, Afghanistan and other locations worldwide. Helping these returning warriors find employment is just one of many services offered during the 99th Regional Support Command's Yellow Ribbon … [Read more...]
Career Intermission Pilot Program Renewed for Three Years
March 19, 2012 By Ensign Amber Lynn Daniel, Diversity and Inclusion Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The chief of naval personnel announced in NAVADMIN 089/12, the Career Intermission Pilot Program (CIPP) has been extended for three more years as part of FY12 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), March 16. CIPP presents a unique opportunity for members to take a career … [Read more...]
Veteran Job Prospects Looking Brighter
By Karen Parrish American Forces Press Service KABUL, Afghanistan, – Veteran unemployment numbers are encouraging, but the need for jobs will increase as the services trim their ranks, Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta told reporters here today. The unemployment rate for Iraq and Afghanistan veterans is down from last year’s high of 12.5 percent to 7.6 percent, below the … [Read more...]