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More Than A Spouse: Scholarship Recipient and Caregiver on a Mission to See More Families Thrive

More Than A Spouse: Scholarship Recipient and Caregiver on a Mission to See More Families Thrive

Oct 9, 2024

Army spouse Kimberly Perez’s resilience, perseverance, mental agility, and commitment to her family drove her to reach her goals even when faced with challenges.

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More Than A Spouse: Reaching Military Families One Resource at a Time

More Than A Spouse: Reaching Military Families One Resource at a Time

Sep 26, 2024

Air Force spouse Nasira Mukendi uses her public health and social work background to reach military families right where they are in their military journey.

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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

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

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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

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

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More Than A Spouse: Breaking Barriers and Building Strong Foundations

More Than A Spouse: Breaking Barriers and Building Strong Foundations

Jul 10, 2024

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.

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More Than A Spouse: From Air Force to Space Force and Beyond Home

More Than A Spouse: From Air Force to Space Force and Beyond Home

Jun 4, 2024

Mary Bell shares her journey as an Air Force Reservist, Space Force spouse, mom, and resource to women veterans and military family communities.

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More Than A Spouse: Creating Connections to Empower Others

More Than A Spouse: Creating Connections to Empower Others

May 16, 2024

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

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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

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

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More Than A Spouse: Turning a Dream into a Doctorate

More Than A Spouse: Turning a Dream into a Doctorate

May 1, 2024

“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.”

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NMFA’s State of the Military Family Summit Examines the Cost of Service

NMFA’s State of the Military Family Summit Examines the Cost of Service

Apr 23, 2024

The event was full of military spouses sharing their wisdom, asking hard questions, and offering suggestions on how we can support them.

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NMFA’s 2025 Congressional Reception honored bipartisan leaders advancing policies that strengthen military families, including efforts to expand TRICARE coverage for IVF and reproductive care.

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NMFA honored congressional leaders and board members at its 2025 Congressional Reception, celebrating a shared commitment to strengthening military families.

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NMFA expresses deep disappointment as Congress removes IVF coverage from the FY26 NDAA, urging equitable fertility care for military families.

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