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.
Women comprise roughly 10% of the total Veteran population but also account for 10% of the Veterans in America experiencing homelessness.
G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center has placed over 1,000 flags to recognize those who have experienced military sexual trauma.
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.
Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks held a survivors’ panel to share experiences and recovery from Domestic Violence Awareness and Intimate Partner Violence
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.
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.
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.
During March’s Women’s History Month, we celebrate 100 years of advancing women Veterans’ health care at VA.
This week’s America250 salute is Army Air Forces Veteran Leonard Zerlin, a turret gunner on D-Day who received a Silver Star.
This week’s America250 salute is Marine Veteran Edgar R. Huff, the first African American sergeant major in the history of the Marine Corps.
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