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Free Business Classes for Veterans

Are you a Veteran with aspirations of entrepreneurship and business ownership? Do you need guidance to help you put your idea into action? Warrior Rising is offering free online courses for Veteran entrepreneurs. Apply by Feb. 26. 



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Join the 2024 VA Equity Action Plan Launch Event

Watch the 2024 VA Equity Action Plan rollout event on Feb. 23 at 2 pm CST. This kickoff event will inform Veterans, stakeholders, outreach partners and employees about VA’s commitment to serving and ensuring ALL Veterans, caregivers and survivors have access to the care and benefits they've earned. 

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Upcoming Events

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*JOB FAIRS*



(Online) Military-Friendly Job Fair – Feb 22 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) G.I. Jobs Job Fair – Feb 22 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Vets to Manufacturing Career Fair – Feb 23 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Aviation and Aerospace Hiring Fair – Feb 28 [ [link removed] ]
Anchorage, AK - VA Healthcare System Job Fair – Feb 28 [ [link removed] ]



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*COMMUNITY*



Juneau, AK - Juneau Veterans Town Hall – Feb 22 [ [link removed] ]
Tāfuna, American Samoa PACT Act Registration and Community Call [ [link removed] ]–  Feb 23 [ [link removed] ]
Arlington, VA - Heart Health: A Health & Wellness Series at the Military Women's Memorial – Feb 28 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Black Veterans History Program – Feb 29 [ [link removed] ]



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*RESOURCES*



(Online) Unlocking Possibilities: Adaptive Sports and Recreation – Feb 24 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) VA Resources to End Veteran Homelessness – Feb 27 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) The Latest in Alzheimer's and Dementia Research – Feb 28 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Military to Manufacturing Jobs with Howmet Aerospace – Feb 28 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Housing Solutions for Homeless Veterans – Feb 29 [ [link removed] ]







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Deals dedicated to service. Save up to 30% on ShopVCS.com

Our Medical Services Honor week sale shows gratitude for individuals who also save lives. Buy a gift for your health care hero or save for yourself when you spend on brands like Rothco, Pandora, Under Armour and more.



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*Boots to Business: Small Business Administration Trains 200,000th Graduate of Free Entrepreneurship Course [ [link removed] ]*

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Speak with a Veteran: Access Free 24/7 Mental Health Support

Vets4Warriors offers Veterans, transitioning military and their families, free 24/7 support staffed by Veterans. The team can be reached by phone, chat or email.



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If you are having thoughts of suicide, call 988, then PRESS 1 or visit [link removed] [ [link removed] ].

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Physician Assistant Scholarship for Veterans

Veterans pursuing a career as a physician assistant at VA can receive a scholarship to further their education. VA offers an important mission, nationwide opportunities and scholarships for Veterans. 



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Veterans Day Poster Contest Open for Submissions

VA and the Veterans Day National Committee are now accepting submissions for the 2024 Veterans Day Poster Contest. Submissions are due by 11:59 pm ET on April 1, 2024.



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Reaching Out for Support

Homelessness can affect Veterans’ lives in a variety of ways. Hear Veterans talk about how, through VA, they found the support they needed to manage their mental health and get their lives back on track.



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Virtual Internship: Work with VA's Digital Media Team

Interested in helping create articles, graphics and social media content for VA? VA’s Digital Media Engagement team is looking for college interns. Learn more about this opportunity and apply now.



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*Veteran Peer Q&A Corner*

* What percent of service connected disability is required for base and commissary privileges? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*
* What is the VA Move Program? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*

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Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the Week

Employees are looking to hire Veterans across the country. We're now posting all jobs in our "Hiring Veterans" blog post. Check out all the latest job opportunities, including: 


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* Columbus, MS - Unarmed Security Officer [ [link removed] ]
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Youngstown, OH - Administrative Coordinator Safety [ [link removed] ]

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Post a free job to RallyPoint's community consisting of nearly 2 million Veterans, spouses, caregivers and survivors.

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Sunglass Hut [ [link removed] ] 15% off discount.

Gamestop [ [link removed] ] 10% off most products in-store.



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*VA News: *


* The lifesaving impact of lung cancer screening [ [link removed] ]
* Physical fitness resources to ignite a healthier future [ [link removed] ]
* Improving Veteran bedside cardiac assessment [ [link removed] ]
* Unprecedented hiring paves the way to more strategic VA recruitment [ [link removed] ]
* Opening doors to employment opportunities for Veteran caregivers  [ [link removed] ] 
* South Texas VA fights food insecurity with community support [ [link removed] ]
* Navy Physical Evaluation Board Discharge Claims Readjudication [ [link removed] ]
* VA’s Million Veteran Program celebrates Black History Month [ [link removed] ]
* 19,000 Veterans join MVP at Pittsburgh VA [ [link removed] ]
* Live Whole Health #208: Unlocking relief [ [link removed] ]
* Scholars invited to apply to research health effects of airborne hazard exposure [ [link removed] ]
* Honoring Veterans: Army Veteran James “Jim” Brown [ [link removed] ]
* Exploring Rural VA Communities: Togus VA Medical Center in Maine [ [link removed] ]
* CWV Book Corner, February: Navy Veteran Jalesa Heneke [ [link removed] ]
* Big Spring opens new Recreation and Meeting Center [ [link removed] ]
* Eastern Oklahoma VA holds personal goals for 2024 event [ [link removed] ]
* Bay Pines VA expands service to unhoused Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Whole Health: Shifting gears to empower the mind [ [link removed] ]
* Suicide Prevention Conference call for abstracts [ [link removed] ]
* Live Whole Health #209: The gentle power of Tai Chi [ [link removed] ]
* What to expect when you connect with suicide prevention coordinator [ [link removed] ]
* Nutrition important part of Veterans’ Whole Health [ [link removed] ]





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Vet Centers [ [link removed] ]: 1-877-927-8387 [ tel:18779278387 ]
Homeless Veteran Resources [ [link removed] ]: 1-877-424-3838 [ tel:18774243838 ] or Chat [ [link removed] ]

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Update Your Address and Contact Information Online 

Are you moving, currently receiving benefits or prescriptions, or enrolled in VA health care and want to know how to change your address? You can update your personal contact information anytime, anywhere through VA.gov. Log in or create a free VA.gov account today!



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