DC BourBiz at the MGM National Harbor
MGM National Harbor Bourbiz DC is back on April 29th 2020. These events attract a host of resources such as Fortune 500 Business Leaders, Ted Talk speakers, Medal of Honor Recipients, Professional Athletes, Military Leaders, and TV & social media personalities. The Veteran/Military Spouse Resource Event will have the same ability to power network with up to 75 resources!
Celebrate Black History Month with Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall invites you to celebrate and acknowledge the achievements and sacrifices of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history. Guest Speaker: SGM Edward Bell (G4). Entertainment provided by The U.S. Army Band.
BRAWS is coming to Britepaths!
Volunteers from BRAWS will help fit clients with new, tags on, bras and underwear for women and teens, all for FREE! In addition to your fitting and “shopping” for bras, this event will feature a special speaker with tips for you about how to build your self-confidence! There will also be information about Britepaths’ Workforce Development Program, and how Britepath can help you if you (or someone you know) is looking for a new job.
Learn About the Health Effects of Arts Engagement on Older Adults
The Veterans and the Arts Initiative invites you to a public presentation by George Mason University’s Hylton Performing Arts Center, Sports Medicine Assessment Research and Testing (SMART) Lab, and the Department of Social Work. Findings will be presented from their collaborative research study that was funded by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA).
Home Buying Seminar For Veterans
The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals is partnering with Peter Brock at Apex Home Loans and The Logan Home Group of Le Reve Real Estate to host a home buying seminar for veterans. This seminar is perfect for immediate home buyers and anyone considering a purchase or home sale within the next couple of years! There is no cost or obligation required to attend.
How to Pay For College Scholarship Information Night
Join USO of Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore and the Virginia Advisory Council on Military Education (VA-ACME), this workshop will focus on scholarship opportunities for students as well as discussion using GI Bill benefits and Yellow Ribbon Fund.
One Canvas, One Mission: El Duende Process Painting for Female Veterans
ATTENTION FEMALE VETERANS! Duende can be defined as “a work of art’s mysterious power to deeply move a person." In this spirit, we are running an 8 week, three hour, adjunctive art therapy group for 6-8 female veterans exploring identity and the authentic self through introspective layering themes of Duende process painting--all illustrated on one canvas.
Don’t Forget to Register: Serving the Unique Needs of Minority Veterans and Sub-Populations
This forum is dedicated to training AmericaServes network users on how to better serve our underrepresented veterans, uncover areas of stigma and identify best practices in supporting their needs in the community. Our keynote and panel discussion will highlight the unique experiences of underrepresented veterans: women, LGBTQ+, racial and ethnic minorities, and chronically homeless veterans
Register Now: Booz Allen Hamilton Networking Dinner
Meet Booz Allen Hamilton representatives and learn about career opportunities, as well the application and hiring process. Open to service members within 12 months of separating from active duty service as well as spouses of active duty service members.
Second Annual Disaster Preparedness Summit
his summit brings together local, regional and national leaders to share insights, resources and best practices to help ensure businesses, government, nonprofits and individuals are ready when disaster strikes. Join American Red Cross on January 28, 2020 to prepare your organization and your community for what’s to come.