Operation Advocacy
Since 1969, NMFA has championed the needs of military families and elevated their voices through powerful advocacy. From urging Congress to act through letter-writing campaigns to monitoring key bills and delivering testimony, we amplify the voices of military families where it matters most. Every action we take reinforces what our community already knows: military families serve too.
Military Family News
Practical Tips to Translate Your Military Spouse Experience into Professional Success
Discover how to translate military spouse experience into professional strength by framing your skills, leadership, and resilience with confidence.
The Fight for Safer Military Family Housing
After toxic mold devastated her family’s health and home, military spouse Erica Thompson is advocating for the Military Occupancy Living Defense Act (MOLD Act) to ensure safer, healthier housing for military families.
February State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter
Take action to protect Coast Guard pay, apply for Operation Purple Camp by March 11, and complete the Military Teen Experience Survey by February 18.
More Than a Spouse: Taking the Leap, One Step at a Time
In this More Than a Spouse feature, Melissa reflects on building a career, taking risks, and choosing herself amid military life.
The Fight for Safer Military Family Housing
After toxic mold devastated her family’s health and home, military spouse Erica Thompson is advocating for the Military Occupancy Living Defense Act (MOLD Act) to ensure safer, healthier housing for military families.
February State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter
Take action to protect Coast Guard pay, apply for Operation Purple Camp by March 11, and complete the Military Teen Experience Survey by February 18.
More Than a Spouse: Taking the Leap, One Step at a Time
In this More Than a Spouse feature, Melissa reflects on building a career, taking risks, and choosing herself amid military life.
State of the Military Family® Programs + Advocacy
Since 1969, the National Military Family Association (NMFA) has been a dedicated advocate for military families, collaborating with them to identify challenges and create lasting solutions. Through education and partnerships with government officials, members of Congress, and key decision-makers, NMFA ensures that the voices of military families are heard in the policymaking process.
MILITARY SPOUSE SCHOLARSHIPS
MILITARY SPOUSE SCHOLARSHIPS
OPERATION PURPLE® CAMP
OPERATION PURPLE® CAMP
STATE OF THE MILITARY FAMILY® SUMMIT
STATE OF THE MILITARY FAMILY® SUMMIT
RESEARCH + INSIGHTS
RESEARCH + INSIGHTS
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State of the Military Family® By The Numbers
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