Improving early intervention: Identifying risk factors for UK military Veterans that access military charities—a case-control study and an AI-powered predictive model open access

Abstract: Some veterans face unique physical, mental, and social challenges, leading them to seek assistance from military charities. This case-control study uses data from the …

Glasgow's Helping Heroes: A Vital Service - SROI Methodology Appendix

Abstract: This appendix provides additional detail on the methodological decisions taken during the evaluation of Glasgow’s Helping Heroes, specifically in relation to …

Funding for Armed Forces Children and Young People: Research Brief

Abstract: This is the research brief for the report by the Directory of Social Change (DSC) published today. The research reveals that funders spend at least £8.6 million each …

Funding for Armed Forces Children and Young People: An overview and analysis

Abstract: This report aims to provide a systematic and rigorous account of the landscape of funding that supports Armed Forces children and young people. In the context of this …

Glasgow's Helping Heroes: A Vital Service - Full Report

Abstract: This report is the final output from a two-year independent evaluation of SSAFA’sGlasgow’s Helping Heroes service. The research was carried out by the University of …

Veterans' Strategy Action Plan: 2022-2024

Abstract: This Action Plan will deliver a further significant shift in how we support our veteran community and provide the solid foundation on which we will continue to build over …

Lifting Our Sights: Stakeholder Toolkit

Abstract: This toolkit supplements the Lifting Our Sights (LOS) research which investigates key trends and their potential for impact on Armed Forces leavers and their families in …

Lifting Our Sights: Beyond 2030 – the Impact of Future Trends on the Transition of our Armed Forces Community from Military to Civilian Life

Summary: The Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT) commissioned Future Agenda to undertake a year-long study looking at “Future trends and their impact on the Armed Forces Community in …

Focus On: Armed Forces Charities in the Criminal Justice System

Abstract: The majority of Service personnel make a successful transition to civilian life when their military service ends. For some, the transition from Service to civilian life …

Navigating Change - A Review of the UK Maritime Welfare Charity Sector - Summary Report

This report summarises the key findings of a major new research project reviewing the needs and demographics of UK maritime beneficiaries and the support offered by the UK maritime …

Armed Forces Charities' Education & Employment Provision (2017)

Abstract: DSC is committed to illuminating the vital work of armed forces charities, this report delivers an account of those providing education and/or employment support. To …

Veterans' Transition Review: Follow-up Report: October 2017

Summary: This 2017 report follows-up on the original, The Veteran's Transition Review, published in 2014. As per the annual updates, this report and provides an update on the …