A new House bill offers promising support for military families—boosting spouse employment initiatives, enhancing perinatal mental health care, and addressing maternal health provider shortages.
State of the Military Family℠ Summit 2025: Together We’re Stronger®
Military spouses, advocates, and leaders came together in Washington, D.C. to address critical issues facing military families.
FY 2025 NDAA: Many Wins, a Few Disappointments for Military Families
NMFA breaks down FY 2025 for military families – what’s included, what’s left out, and what we will focus on this year.
Listen Up Congress: Military Families Are Speaking to You
Congress must include the HASC Quality of Life Panel recommendations in the FY2025 NDAA to address military families’ most urgent needs.
June 2024 Video Newsletter
This month we are kicking off Operation Purple Camp, Operation Purple Summer Challenge and calling on military families and supporters to tell Congress to make key proposals into law.
More Than A Spouse: Creating Connections to Empower Others
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
Alexa Munsell shares how cosmetology gave her employment flexibility and purpose while also finding joy and connection in military life.
More Than A Spouse: Turning a Dream into a Doctorate
“I have always worked as a civilian veterinarian on military installations. I never had the desire to work in a full civilian clinic, and I wanted to give back to my community and help the military.”
More Than A Spouse: A Career Journey Rooted in Confidence and Support
Wykita Burns found confidence in her career journey by embracing her military spouse status and thrived through support from her community.
There’s A Way Around the Promotion Block
Senator Tuberville continues to block promotions. NMFA is asking Senate Majority Leader to bring the nominations to the floor for a vote.














