APRIL 7, 2021 - This year's Virtual Military Spouse Symposium — scheduled for April 27-29 — is geared for male and female spouses to learn about career development and well-being, whether they're students or veteran careerists, Military OneSource's director for military community support programs said. Lee Kelley said the symposiums, which began five years ago with a focus … [Read more...]
DoD To Host Virtual Hiring Fair for Military Spouses Worldwide
MARCH 8, 2021 - The Defense Department is hosting its fourth virtual hiring fair for spouses of all active duty, Guard and Reserve personnel, as well as survivors, March 10, between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. EST. Those interested can attend by visiting the event website at www.msephire.vfairs.com. Instructions on how to interface with employers are located on the main page, … [Read more...]
10 Ideas for Your Soldier’s Next Care Package
FEBRUARY 12, 2021 - Sending and receiving mail is an integral part of a Soldier's military experience. During extended periods of time away from home, getting mail is one of the simple joys that brings familiarity and comfort to Soldiers and their families. After spending the past nine months deployed, I’ve learned lots of mail tips and tricks along the way. Today, I want to … [Read more...]
Coworking Spaces to Provide Spouses with Remote Work
DECEMBER 17, 2020 - The Army has launched a new on-post coworking space initiative that plans to provide military spouses a comfortable and professional workspace outside their homes, along with a training venue for employment and entrepreneurial opportunities. Improving military spouse career and employment opportunities through new programs and partnerships is a top … [Read more...]
DoD to Induct New Partners Into Military Spouse Employment Partnership
DECEMBER 8, 2020 - The Department of Defense Military Spouse Employment Partnership will welcome 86 new partners during a virtual ceremony at noon EST on December 9. This brings the number of companies and organizations that have committed to offering career opportunities to military spouses to 500. Each of the employers who make up the partnership have pledged to recruit, … [Read more...]