Veterans of Afghanistan and Iraq Conflicts (VAIC) Scholarship Program
The Veterans of the Afghanistan and Iraq Conflicts Scholarship Program 2018-2019 Application Available Now in MDCAPS (Maryland College Aid Processing System). This scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to United States armed forces personnel who served in the Afghanistan or Iraq Conflicts, and their sons, daughters, or spouses who are current high school seniors, and full-time or part-time, degree-seeking undergraduate students enrolled in an eligible accredited Maryland postsecondary institution.
Save the Date: Virginia Women Veterans Summit – June 14-15
The Virginia Women Veterans Summit will be held on June 14 & 15 at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center. This year's focus is on Change Makers and Trailblazers. Hosted by Virginia Department of Veteran Services, U.S. Dept. of Veteran Affairs, Disabled American Veterans, Virginia National Guard, Women Veterans Interactive, VEC and ESGR. More details to come.
Northern Virginia Provider Training – Feb 21
We are closer than ever to achieving a closely coordinated system of care for our region's veterans and their families. As a provider of services to our nation's heroes, YOUR participation is essential. Register for training, Wednesday February 21 on the regional platform that will save your organization's resources while ensuring that veterans and their families are connected and served more efficiently than ever before.
1st Annual Female Veteran/Military Spouses Empowerment & Resources Dinner
Team GCO and VSRG ( 501(c)(3) is excited to announce the 1st Annual Female Veteran/Military Spouses Empowerment & Resource Dinner on March 22nd. This dinner who is hosted by WJLA Sports Anchor Erin Hawksworth and Key Notes to be delivered by the incredible MAJ Jas Boothe and Redskins Charitable Foundation Executive Director Jane Rodgers will be a closed dinner and networking forum for women veteran and military spouses to have access to prominent community and female business leaders provide and personal and professional development resources.
Serve Our Willing Warrior Volunteer & Ambassador Opportunities
Serve Our Willing Warriors has upcoming training events for Volunteers and Ambassadors at their Warrior Retreat at Bull Run.
Dog Tag Inc. Fellowship Program Summer Cohort – Applications Open Now!
Dog Tag Inc. Summer 2018 Fellowship Program is now open for applications. Do you know any entrepreneurially-minded service-disabled veteran, military spouse, and/or caregiver? Through an intensive five-month program, Dog Tag Inc. provides participants with a transformative opportunity: an education through Georgetown University and experiential learning in our small business venture, Dog Tag Bakery. Upon completion of the fellowship program, fellows are business ready, competitive, and employable.
Veterans Clinic Conference: Feb 28 – Mar 1
NLSVCC 2018 Conference will be February 28 – March 1 in Washington, DC (Offices of McDermott Will & Emery - 500 North Capitol Street, NW). The NLSVCC is a collaborative effort of the nation’s law school legal clinics dedicated to addressing the unique legal needs of U.S. military veterans on a pro bono basis. This conference is for both new and advanced practitioners. Come learn how to start a pro bono Veterans Clinic!
Lunchbox Series: Focus on Transition
USO Pathfinder and Army Community Service present Lunchbox Series: Focus on Transition. Topics include Negotiation Salary, Mastering LinkedIn, Creating Your Elevator Pitch and Transitioning to a Federal Job. Bring your lunch and learn!
Clean Up Your Diet – Clean Up Your Life
The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals will host a Health and Wellness workshop on Saturday, February 24th at 10am in Silver Spring, MD. Come out to learn more about the fundamentals of whole foods nutrition. This is a free event. Registration is required.
Stress Resiliency Course for Military Families and Veterans
Hosted by the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals in Silver Spring MD. This is a 6-session program focused on increasing stress resiliency. Learn about the effects of stress and how to counteract them with behavioral, cognitive, and communication tools. The program is provided at no cost to military families and veterans. Session 1 is Friday, March 2nd from 1300-1430. Registration is required.