FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
February 7, 2022
CONTACT: press@iava.org

New York, NY –  Today, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) kicks off their second annual Virtual Fly-In Event. Each year, IAVA’s Member Advocates meet with Congress to discuss the issues that matter most to post-9/11 veterans. Videos of the event will be recorded and available on IAVA’s website and social media channels. 

“I’m extremely proud of IAVA’s All-Star Team of Member Advocates who have volunteered to advocate on behalf of all veterans,” said Jeremy Butler, CEO of IAVA. “This year’s Member Fly-In advocacy priorities will begin with a clear focus on passing long-overdue critical legislation to support those veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic exposures to ensure they get the healthcare and benefits they need and deserve.”

Biographies of the Member Advocates for this week are available here. IAVA’s CEO Jeremy Butler and Member Advocates are available to meet with the media upon request through press@iava.org. 

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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