DECEMBER 17, 2020 - The Army has launched a new on-post coworking space initiative that plans to provide military spouses a comfortable and professional workspace outside their homes, along with a training venue for employment and entrepreneurial opportunities. Improving military spouse career and employment opportunities through new programs and partnerships is a top … [Read more...]
DoD to Induct New Partners Into Military Spouse Employment Partnership
DECEMBER 8, 2020 - The Department of Defense Military Spouse Employment Partnership will welcome 86 new partners during a virtual ceremony at noon EST on December 9. This brings the number of companies and organizations that have committed to offering career opportunities to military spouses to 500. Each of the employers who make up the partnership have pledged to recruit, … [Read more...]
In 2019 Spouse Survey, 70% Report Good, Better Finances
DECEMBER 3, 2020 - The Defense Department just released the results of the 2019 Survey of Active Duty Spouses. The survey is conducted every two years, and this year's report, like those in other years, provide the department with guides on how to adjust family policy in the coming years, the principal deputy under secretary of defense for personnel and readiness … [Read more...]
New Military Spouse Hiring Program Kicks Off
OCTOBER 30, 2020 - U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command has teamed up with Flagstar Bank and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to provide career opportunities for military spouses. Members of the bank’s leadership team, along with representatives from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and TACOM, held a virtual meet and greet on Oct. 26. A … [Read more...]
New Quality of Life Task Force Helps Soldiers, Families
JULY 22, 2020 - The Army’s new Quality of Life Task Force has reached full operational capability, the service announced Thursday, as it continues to tackle six priorities to improve conditions for Soldiers and their families. To address one of those priorities, increasing access to childcare, the Army will open 10 new child development centers by fiscal year 2025, said Lt. … [Read more...]