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A meta-analytic review of internalizing, externalizing, and academic adjustment among children of deployed military service members

Abstract: Parental deployment during military conflicts has the potential to impact child adjustment. As increased numbers of military Service members have children, it is …

Identifying shared priorities for action to ensure the educational success of Service children, and to better enable their progression through further and higher education into thriving adult lives and careers

Abstract: The Service Children’s Progression Alliance (SCiP) commissioned Tiller Research Ltd to undertake a consultation exercise with existing and potential stakeholders. The …

Social Integration of Student Veterans: The Influence of Interactions with Faculty on Peer-Group Interactions

Abstract: Student veterans are distinct nontraditional students, inasmuch as their transition to campus is twofold. They are not only taking on the role of a student, but also …

Childhood Events and Circumstances Influencing High School Completion

Abstract: This paper is an empirical exploration of the effects of a variety of family and economic circumstances experienced during childhood on one indicator of success in young …

Understanding the Needs of Older Merchant Navy Veterans

Abstract: The Institute of Public Care was commissioned by Seafarers UK to undertake a research project spanning two years which overall aims to 1) Better define and understand …

Welsh Government Armed Forces Covenant Annual Report 2019

Abstract: In May 2018, as a Government we launched our first Armed Forces Covenant Annual Report. We did this because we felt it right that we outline the work being undertaken in …

Transitioning from the Military to Higher Education: A Case Study of the Transition Assistance Program

Abstract: Joining the military can be an exciting and hopeful time for individuals looking to serve their country, embark on a new journey, and take advantage of professional and …

Making the transition: How finding a good job is a risky business for military Veterans in Northern Ireland

Abstract: Veterans transitioning from the military to civilian life may encounter difficulties in different domains of functioning. Most research in this area comes from the US …

DSC Sector Insight: Armed Forces Charities (2020)

Abstract: In November 2014, the Directory of Social Change (DSC) published Sector Insight: UK armed forces charities – An overview and analysis (Pozo and Walker, 2014). Funded …

Ensuring successful employment transitions for veteran Senior Non-Commissioned Officers - summary documents

Abstract: Evidence shows that veteran Senior Non-Commissioned Officers (SNCOs) often find it harder to make a successful transition into civilian employment than other veterans …

Post 16 Education Scholarships for Bereaved Service Children

Abstract: This Defence Information Note (DIN) describes a scheme to provide post 16 education scholarships for the children of Service Personnel whose death has been attributed to …

Lifting Our Sights Beyond 2030 - Beyond 2030 – the impact of future trends on the transition of our Armed Forces Community from military to civilian life, An Initial Perspective

Summary: This paper is an initial perspective, summarising the first phase of investigation into future trends and their impact on the Armed Forces Community in 2031 and beyond - …