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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.

More Than A Spouse: Turning a Dream into a Doctorate

More Than A Spouse: Turning a Dream into a Doctorate

May 1, 2024 | Featured News, Military Spouses, More Than A Spouse, Spouse Education/Employment, Uncategorized

“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

More Than A Spouse: A Career Journey Rooted in Confidence and Support

Apr 18, 2024 | Featured News, Military Spouses, More Than A Spouse, Spouse Education/Employment

Wykita Burns found confidence in her career journey by embracing her military spouse status and thrived through support from her community.

WIC and the Military Family: More than Nutrition

WIC and the Military Family: More than Nutrition

Jan 29, 2024 | Blog, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Kids, Money/Budget/Benefits

Military families benefit from the WIC Program in more ways than one.

WIC Program at Risk – Congress Must Act to Fund Program Essential to Military Families

WIC Program at Risk – Congress Must Act to Fund Program Essential to Military Families

Jan 22, 2024 | Featured News, Food Insecurity, Military Kids, Military Spouses, Money/Budget/Benefits

Congress has not yet acted to fully fund the WIC Program, putting many military families at risk of getting healthy food on their tables.

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