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IAVA Announces Virtual Member Fly-In Event

February 4, 2022
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
February 4, 2022
CONTACT: press@iava.org

New York, NY –  On Monday, February 7th, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) will kick off their second annual Virtual Fly-In Event. Each year, IAVA’s Member Advocates meet with Representatives and Senators to discuss the issues that matter most to post-9/11 veterans. For the second time, the event will be held virtually, safely connecting IAVA members from across the country to Congress through Zoom  and other digital platforms. 

“Our country is in a critical period and the need to advance legislation to support veterans could not be greater. I am honored to advocate beside this incredible group of IAVA members and move forward key pieces of legislation to significantly improve the lives and outlook of not just the post-9/11 generation but veterans of all eras,” said Jeremy Butler, CEO of IAVA. “IAVA’s members will be speaking directly to Congress on the impact of burn pits and toxic exposures, the ever-growing suicide and mental health crisis, the pressing need to address and implement substantial policy change for women veterans, the importance of accessible and safe healthcare, and more.” 

IAVA leadership including CEO Jeremy Butler will be joined by a team of longtime IAVA members to meet with prominent members of Congress. Videos of the event will be recorded and available on IAVA’s website and social media channels. 

IAVA is the voice for the post-9/11 veteran generation. With over 425,000 veterans and allies nationwide, IAVA is the leader in non-partisan veteran advocacy and public awareness. We drive historic impacts for veterans and IAVA’s programs are second to none. Any veteran or family member in need can reach out to IAVA’s Quick Reaction Force at quickreactionforce.org or 855-91RAPID (855-917-2743) to be connected promptly with a veteran care manager who will assist. IAVA’s The Vote Hub is a free tool to register to vote and find polling information. IAVA’s membership is always growing. Join the movement at iava.org/membership.

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