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Why Veterans Still Need to Hear From the President on the Backlog
Posted by Paul Rieckhoff on June 5

Veterans appreciate hearing White House Press Secretary Jay Carney say, in response to a reporter's question, that the President is 'deadly serious' about reducing the VA disability claims backlog - because this is deadly serious to the veterans community.

IAVA backs new announcement of Mental Health Summits linking VA and Veterans Service Organizations
Posted by Carlisle Williams on June 3

IAVA backs new announcement of Mental Health Summits linking VA and Veterans Service OrganizationsAt the National Conference on Mental Health at the White House, President Obama today announced that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will direct 151 of its health care centers nationwide to conduct Mental Health Summits with community partners.

Spotlight On: IAVA Member Veteran Josh Carroll
Posted by Mina on May 16 2013

This month, we wanted to spotlight our own IAVA member veteran, Josh Carroll, and his awesome non-profit Flying Scarfs. Here's the story from Josh:Citizens of the WorldThe Flying Scarfs Story

You're Invited to The Inspiration of Courage!
Posted by Mina on May 13 2013

Our friends at Infinite Hero Foundation are hosting a special event next week on Tuesday evening called The Inspiration of Courage, and they asked us to let you all know about it.The Inspiration of Courage is a fun and exciting event to raise money for programs that help new veterans transition and reintegrate back from theater. Here are the details:WHAT: The Inspiration of Courage

VWG Wealth Management hosts “Casino Night” to benefit IAVA
Posted by Matt Colvin on April 29 2013

On Saturday, March 16, 2013, VWG Wealth Management hosted its first Annual “Casino Night” for Charity at the Westwood Country Club in Vienna, VA. The event was organized by former Naval Flight Officer John Verfurth (Managing Director and Partner) and the entire team at VWG to benefit IAVA.

Kathy Griffin
Posted by on April 26 2013

IAVA's 2013 Leadership in Entertainment Honoree:

The Senate's letter to President Obama to #EndTheVABacklog
Posted by IAVA Staff on April 26 2013

April 26, 2013Dear Mr. President,We are writing to request that you take direct action and involvement in ending the current Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability claims backlog.

IAVA takes over Southern California
Posted by Anthony Pike on April 24 2013

IAVA has a number of awesome opportunities and experiences coming up for our members in SoCal. From baseball games to breakfast with entertainment bigwigs and exclusive employment events, IAVA has got you covered. See below for more information and sign up today, spots are limited. SAN DIEGO PADRES Join IAVA Sunday, May 5, as the San Diego Padres take on the Arizona Diamond Backs at PetCo Park for their Military Spouse Appreciation Day. IAVA will treat a handful of members to food and drink before the game and up to two complimentary tickets.

Learn from the Best and the Brightest with IAVA in California and New York this May
Posted by Christina Kim on April 17 2013

Here at IAVA, we partner with best-in-class companies and organizations to connect Iraq and Afghanistan veterans with innovative and unique program events and opportunities. And this coming May, we'll be in southern California and teaming up with Creative Artists Agency (CAA) and PIMCO to get new veterans exclusive access to two industry titans.

The GI Bill Tuition Fairness Act
Posted by IAVA Staff on April 13 2013

The United States has one of the most well educated and education-minded fighting forces ever. Many new recruits come into the force - both the enlisted and officer ranks - already with college degrees, and most have ambitions to continue their education both during and after military service. Needless to say, educational opportunities are important to those who serve, which is why the GI Bill has been a critically important benefit to our veterans and an important investment for our country for more than a half-century.

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In the News

Why Veterans Still Need to Hear From the President on the Backlog Posted by Paul Rieckhoff on June 5

IAVA backs new announcement of Mental Health Summits linking VA and Veterans Service Organizations Posted by Carlisle Williams on June 3

Spotlight On: IAVA Member Veteran Josh Carroll Posted by Mina on May 16 2013

You're Invited to The Inspiration of Courage! Posted by Mina on May 13 2013

VWG Wealth Management hosts “Casino Night” to benefit IAVA Posted by Matt Colvin on April 29 2013

Kathy Griffin Posted by on April 26 2013

The Senate's letter to President Obama to #EndTheVABacklog Posted by IAVA Staff on April 26 2013

IAVA takes over Southern California Posted by Anthony Pike on April 24 2013

Learn from the Best and the Brightest with IAVA in California and New York this May Posted by Christina Kim on April 17 2013

The GI Bill Tuition Fairness Act Posted by IAVA Staff on April 13 2013