MAY 28, 2021 - The Department of Defense launched its newly-enhanced MySECO website, putting career and education resources at the fingertips of military spouses easier and faster than ever. MySECO is part of the DOD’s Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program, which provides career and education guidance to military spouses worldwide. The MySECO enhancements create … [Read more...]
Military Spouses Enable Mission by Maintaining the Home Front
MAY 10, 2021 - More than half of active-duty service members and about 44% of reserve service members are married. Together, that's nearly a million military spouses who stay behind during deployments and temporary duty assignments to maintain the homestead and care for about 1.6 million children, sometimes while also working their own job. Military Spouse Appreciation Day … [Read more...]
Military Spouses to Join Online for DOD’s Virtual Symposium
APRIL 7, 2021 - This year's Virtual Military Spouse Symposium — scheduled for April 27-29 — is geared for male and female spouses to learn about career development and well-being, whether they're students or veteran careerists, Military OneSource's director for military community support programs said. Lee Kelley said the symposiums, which began five years ago with a focus … [Read more...]
DoD To Host Virtual Hiring Fair for Military Spouses Worldwide
MARCH 8, 2021 - The Defense Department is hosting its fourth virtual hiring fair for spouses of all active duty, Guard and Reserve personnel, as well as survivors, March 10, between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. EST. Those interested can attend by visiting the event website at www.msephire.vfairs.com. Instructions on how to interface with employers are located on the main page, … [Read more...]
10 Ideas for Your Soldier’s Next Care Package
FEBRUARY 12, 2021 - Sending and receiving mail is an integral part of a Soldier's military experience. During extended periods of time away from home, getting mail is one of the simple joys that brings familiarity and comfort to Soldiers and their families. After spending the past nine months deployed, I’ve learned lots of mail tips and tricks along the way. Today, I want to … [Read more...]