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More Than A Spouse: Educator by Profession, Advocate for Military Kids Always

More Than A Spouse: Educator by Profession, Advocate for Military Kids Always

Sep 12, 2024 | Blog, Financial Security, Military Kids, Military Spouses, Military Teens, Money/Budget/Benefits, More Than A Spouse, Operation Purple Programs, Spouse Education/Employment

Coast Guard spouse, mother, and educator Stephanie Slaughter shares how military service has intertwined with her teaching profession.

More Than A Spouse: Leading and Kicking from the Front to Make Impactful Change

More Than A Spouse: Leading and Kicking from the Front to Make Impactful Change

Aug 21, 2024 | Blog, Financial Security, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Spouses, More Than A Spouse, Spouse Education/Employment

Marine Corps wife Amy Schweizer shares her journey of building a successful business and empowering military spouses to pursue their dreams.

More Than A Spouse: Breaking Barriers and Building Strong Foundations

More Than A Spouse: Breaking Barriers and Building Strong Foundations

Jul 10, 2024 | Featured News, Military Spouses, More Than A Spouse, Spouse Education/Employment

Army spouse shares her journey in the male-dominated construction industry. She inspires military spouses interested in STEM careers to pursue unconventional paths with courage.

Will You Join Us? It Only Takes Five Minutes to Support Military Families in a Big Way

Will You Join Us? It Only Takes Five Minutes to Support Military Families in a Big Way

Jun 12, 2024 | Defense Budget/NDAA, Featured News, Military Spouses, Spouse Education/Employment

Military families always answer our nation’s call, and it’s time for Congress to show that they fully understand their sacrifices.

More Than A Spouse: Creating Connections to Empower Others

More Than A Spouse: Creating Connections to Empower Others

May 16, 2024 | Featured News, Military Spouses, More Than A Spouse, Spouse Education/Employment, Spouses

Army spouse Vince Afaisen, leverages technology and culinary skills to empower and build connections among military spouses.

More Than A Spouse: Finding Beauty in the Military Life

More Than A Spouse: Finding Beauty in the Military Life

May 7, 2024 | Featured News, Military Spouses, More Than A Spouse, Relocation/PCS, Spouse Education/Employment

Alexa Munsell shares how cosmetology gave her employment flexibility and purpose while also finding joy and connection in military life.

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