The White Ribbon VA call to action aims to end violence against women and girls, promote gender equity, healthy relationships and a new vision of masculinity. Here’s help if you have experienced IPV.
VA Deputy Secretary Donald M. Remy was a plenary speaker at the National Discussion on Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment at America’s Colleges, Universities, and Service Academies held on April 6.
G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center has placed over 1,000 flags to recognize those who have experienced military sexual trauma.
VA is joining forces with communities across the nation to launch White Ribbon VA. The aim of White Ribbon VA is to eliminate sexual harassment, sexual assault and domestic violence.
Women comprise roughly 10% of the total Veteran population but also account for 10% of the Veterans in America experiencing homelessness.
White Ribbon VA Month will be recognized by VA during October, which is also Domestic Violence Awareness Month. White Ribbon VA encourages both men and women to commit to help end violence against others and to proudly wear a white ribbon to represent their commitment.
VA Secretary Denis McDonough toured the DC VA Medical Center to see first-hand how healthcare professionals care for Veterans during the COVID-19 pandemic.
White Ribbon VA Month serves to focus our attention on the deep impact of domestic violence and abuse on those individuals and to join with them to say it is time to rise against violence.
This week’s America250 salute is Marine Corps Veteran Jay Vargas, who received a Medal of Honor and a Purple Heart for action in Vietnam.
Women are the fastest growing group of Veterans, making up 30% of all new VA patients. Many have health concerns unique to their military service and experiences. Here are some very helpful podcasts.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Air Force Veteran Joseph W. Kittinger Jr., a pilot who took part in several notable pre-space race projects and served during the Vietnam War as a fighter pilot.
This week’s America250 salute is Army Air Forces Veteran Leonard Zerlin, a turret gunner on D-Day who received a Silver Star.
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