ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS Generational differences ENGAGE OTHER

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ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS Generational differences

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS Generational differences

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS MUCH HAS CHANGED!

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS MUCH HAS CHANGED!

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS IN THE WORKFORCE

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS IN THE WORKFORCE

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS HOW DO WE ENGAGE THESE WARRIORS?

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS HOW DO WE ENGAGE THESE WARRIORS?

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS Other Veteran groups

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS Other Veteran groups

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS ALL GROUPS HAVE IN COMMON • Only a few highlighted

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS ALL GROUPS HAVE IN COMMON • Only a few highlighted • Each has their own mission & vision statements (summarized) • They enjoy Click and Order as apposed to Brick and Mortar • Desire to connect with other veterans • Connect with their Communities • They just want to do stuff together

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS TEAM RUBICON • Taking off the uniforms of our Armed

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS TEAM RUBICON • Taking off the uniforms of our Armed Forces does not remove the desire to serve the country. • As some veterans transition from military to civilian life, it can be difficult to regain the purpose, community, and identity that is apparent in the military. • Continued service through disaster response allows many veterans to regain that sense of mission-focus, that feeling of being a part of something larger than oneself. • https: //www. teamrubiconusa. org

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS TEAM RED, WHITE AND BLUE • Enrich the lives of

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS TEAM RED, WHITE AND BLUE • Enrich the lives of America’s veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity. • Engage veterans in community service and physical activities. • Work toward mental health solutions via physical and social activity. • https: //www. teamrwb. org

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS THE MISSION CONTINUES • A non-profit that empowers veterans to

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS THE MISSION CONTINUES • A non-profit that empowers veterans to continue their service, and empowers communities with veteran talent, skills and preparedness to generate visible impact. • On a mission to connect veterans with under-resourced communities. • The vision is for all veterans with a desire to continue their service to be part of a movement to transform communities. • https: //missioncontinues. org

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN VETERANS • A non-profit that connects, unites

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN VETERANS • A non-profit that connects, unites and empowers over 400, 000 veterans and allies nationwide. • Founded by an Iraq veteran in 2004 • Veteran advocate, public awareness and 1 -on-1 case-management support. • They organize locally, and drive impacts nationally. • http: //iava. org

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS STUDENT VETERANS OF AMERICA • Founded in 2008, over one

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS STUDENT VETERANS OF AMERICA • Founded in 2008, over one million veterans have returned home to pursue a postsecondary degree using VA education benefits. • SVA is committed to ensure today’s and tomorrow’s veterans are supported in their transition to education and employment. • https: //studentveterans. org

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS TRAVIS MANION FOUNDATION • Empowers veterans and families of fallen

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS TRAVIS MANION FOUNDATION • Empowers veterans and families of fallen heroes to develop character in future generations. • To create a nation of purpose-driven individuals and thriving communities that is built on character. • https: //www. travismanion. org

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS MINORITY VETERANS OF AMERICA • Create belonging and advance equity

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS MINORITY VETERANS OF AMERICA • Create belonging and advance equity for underrepresented veterans. • Built on these fundamental values as guiding principles: • • Inclusivity Advocacy Allyship Education • http: //minorityvets. org

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS 22 KILL • Create a community that raises awareness and

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS 22 KILL • Create a community that raises awareness and combats suicide by empowering veterans, first responders, and their families through traditional and non-traditional therapies. • Started after a VA report from 2012 found that an average of 22 veterans and active service members die by suicide every day. • https: //www. 22 kill. com/

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS WAY FORWARD • Many posts are old buildings that offer

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS WAY FORWARD • Many posts are old buildings that offer fellowship over beer • Younger veterans prefer • Community centers with healthier more practical assets • • • Networking WIFI Child care Yoga classes Video games (XBOX or Play. Station) • Social media has replaced physical spaces as a place where veterans congregate.

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS WAY FORWARD (2) • Many of the new groups steer

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS WAY FORWARD (2) • Many of the new groups steer away from lobbying on Capitol Hill, and have turned to community services. • Running races and other activities meant not to connect veterans to one another but the communities they have rejoined. • The thought that eventually the younger veterans will join because they are missing the comradery is a false notion. • Most of our posts are waiting for veterans to come in and sign up

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS WAY FORWARD (3) • There are too many newer and

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS WAY FORWARD (3) • There are too many newer and younger VSOs that have popped-up in the recent years. Leaving a vast number of VSOs competing for membership from a much smaller pool of veterans • We are great at talking to ourselves • Invite these groups to meet at the post • Invite them to post activities • Invite them to partner with post events • Who knows, it may result in a new member

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS QUESTIONS?

ENGAGE OTHER VETERAN GROUPS QUESTIONS?