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Carl's story: A Veteran’s experience of the benefits system

Abstract: Companion to the Sanctions, Support and Service Leavers project. "Carl's Story" is a graphic novel that illustrates the experiences of a British Armed Forces veteran …

Navigating the minefield: Veterans’ experiences of the benefits system over time: Final report from the sanctions, support and service leavers project

Abstract: Combined with the previous findings and research, this report sets out measures on a path of progressive practice development by the Ministry of Defence, Department for …

Finding and using policy-relevant data about Veterans: Availability, accessibility, and avenues for improvement

Abstract: The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has vast amounts of data on U.S. military veterans and their families, caregivers, and survivors. However, much of that trove …

Finance and housing, UK armed forces Veterans: Veterans’ survey 2022, UK

Abstract: Among UK veterans who provided their gross personal income, 5.8% said their income was less than £10,400 a year, 43.6% said their income was between £10,400 and …

Recognition of LGBT+ Veterans: FAQs

Abstract: Summary: Prior to 2000, being LGBT+ was considered to be incompatible with service in the armed forces. The government has explained this meant that those serving who …

Navigating the external environment for military-to-civilian transition: Findings from the transition mapping study 3

Abstract: People who serve in the United Kingdom's (UK) Armed Forces and their families are, at some point in their lives, expected to undergo a transition from military to …

Research into the needs of the bereaved Armed Forces community

Abstract: When we asked the Armed Forces community about where there are gaps in current support – to help us design our three-year Covenant Fund framework – the needs of …

Health services for Coast Guard beneficiaries: Improving access to care for active duty service members, reservists, dependents, and retirees

Abstract:The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Health, Safety and Work-Life Directorate provides health care to entitled service members to ensure that they are fit for full duty and …

Perceptions of mental health confidentiality: Policies and practices in the U.S. military

Abstract: High rates of mental health issues among service members and a reluctance to access mental health services together represent one of the greatest ongoing threats to U.S. …

Military spouse employment in the technology sector: VetsinTech roundtable proceedings

Abstract: In May 2023, VetsinTech hosted a policy roundtable to address the multifaceted challenges that military spouses face when pursuing tech education, employment, and …

MDMA-assisted therapy research for treatment-resistant PTSD in Veterans: End of trial report – August 2024

Abstract: Supporting Wounded Veterans (SWV) has worked in conjunction with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London, the …

Policy recommendations to improve transition support for those leaving the military: Proceedings from a roundtable and perspectives from experts

Abstract: A service member’s transition from military to civilian life can have important implications for that individual’s life trajectory. Starting in fall 2022, the RAND …