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More Than A Spouse: Empowering Spouses to Be Their Own Advocates

More Than A Spouse: Empowering Spouses to Be Their Own Advocates

Jun 9, 2025

Army spouse Lydiah Owiti-Otienoh turns her experience as a foreign-born military spouse into a movement through connection and advocacy.

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PTSD and the Military Family: How to Find Connection and Healing

PTSD and the Military Family: How to Find Connection and Healing

Jun 1, 2025

June is PTSD Awareness Month. Learn how military families can find connection, understanding, and healing together.

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Closing Out the School Year Strong with Military Kids

Closing Out the School Year Strong with Military Kids

May 27, 2025

Practical strategies to help military families wrap up the school year successfully and keep kids motivated throughout the summer.

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A Night Honoring Service and Sacrifice

A Night Honoring Service and Sacrifice

May 25, 2025

Experience a powerful night of remembrance as the National Memorial Day Concert honors our fallen heroes with inspiring performances.

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More Than A Spouse: Legal Expert Stands Firm for Military Spouses

More Than A Spouse: Legal Expert Stands Firm for Military Spouses

May 21, 2025

Military spouse and attorney Nicolle Vasquez Del Favero uses her lived experience to advocate for military spouses facing employment challenges.

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DoD’s 2024 Active Duty Spouse Survey Results Are In: What We Know So Far

DoD’s 2024 Active Duty Spouse Survey Results Are In: What We Know So Far

May 19, 2025

DoD’s 2024 Active Duty Spouse Survey reveals declining spouse support, financial struggles, anxiety, and the impact on family and military readiness.

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May 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

May 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

May 14, 2025

NMFA staff are preparing for Operation Purple® Camp, advocating for military families, and pushing for the Military Spouse Hiring Act.

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State of the Military Family℠ Summit 2025: Together We’re Stronger®

State of the Military Family℠ Summit 2025: Together We’re Stronger®

May 10, 2025

Military spouses, advocates, and leaders came together in Washington, D.C. to address critical issues facing military families.

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Top 5 Job Search Tips for Military Spouses

Top 5 Job Search Tips for Military Spouses

May 4, 2025

Top 5 job search tips for military spouses, including networking, showcasing skills, and avoiding job scams.

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Let’s Talk It Up! Mental Health and the Military Family

Let’s Talk It Up! Mental Health and the Military Family

May 1, 2025

Prioritize your family’s mental health by exploring resources and support tailored to the unique challenges of military life.

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