If you are using VA Education benefits, you must G-Verify every semester. Please remember to complete the G-Verify process before the following deadlines to avoid any delays in G.I. Bill payments. Semester Deadline Spring December 1 Summer April 1 Fall August 1 |
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Greetings from the Military Outreach Center, and welcome to 'MOC Monthly'. Our goal is to connect you to resources on and off campus and to provide you with the most up-to-date information concerning your status as a military-connected student. |
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A. Student Organizations B. Scholarships C. Campus Resources D. Community Resources E. Employment and Internship Opportunities |
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F. Events G. Volunteer Opportunities H. Workshops I. Sports and Fitness J. Survey and Research Opportunities |
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ATTENTION MILITARY SERVICE MEMBERS! Did you know that Georgia State University waives all mandatory fees for military members who are on Active Duty, Reserves or National Guard? That's right! No matter how you are paying for college, whether out-of-pocket, using Military Tuition Assistance, or through some other means, Georgia State waives all mandatory fees for those currently serving in the military. Just contact the Military Outreach Center on your campus and your Military Student Advocate will assist you in completing the appropriate form |
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Student Veterans of America (SVA) is a 501 (c)(3) coalition of student-veteran groups on college campuses across the globe. Mission: To provide military veterans with the resources, support, and advocacy needed to succeed in higher education and following graduation. Vision: All veterans will success in higher education, achieve their academic goals, and gain meaningful employment. |
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GSU-Atlanta Campus SVA/Perimeter College SVA Georgia State has two SVA Chapters, one on the Atlanta Campus and one for Perimeter College. Both SVA Chapters work to facilitate and organize events that benefit student veterans, the general student population and members of our community. |
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Compiled list of various organizations offering scholarships and financial assistance opportunities for veterans, spouses, and children. | | |
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Scholarships for military children who have lost a parent Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation (Fallen Patriots) provides college scholarships and educational counseling to military children who have lost a parent in the line of duty or due to service connection. We aim to bridge the gap in funding between the VA and other grants, and the total cost of undergraduate college education. Financial help includes, but is not limited to, ACT/SAT prep and fees, college application fees, tuition, summer courses, study abroad programs, books, living expenses, computers, and student loans. Public and private institutions, colleges, universities, and vocational schools are all covered under our program. We serve the children (i.e. step, foster, and adopted) of fallen service members – including combat, training, illness and suicide. We serve all components and branches of the military, and all eras of service (pre-9/11 and post-9/11). We have no maximum or minimum age limit to enroll, and encourage families to enroll their children as early as possible so we can maintain contact over the years. A minimum 2.0 GPA (for the previous term enrolled) is required to maintain eligibility for scholarship assistance. For additional information contact the Enrollment Coordinator at enrollments@fallenpatriots.org or at 866-917-2373. |
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Georgia HERO Scholarship Program Georgia HERO Scholarship program provides educational scholarship assistance to members of the Georgia National Guard and U.S. Military Reservists who served in combat zones, and the children and the spouses of such members of the Georgia National Guard and U.S. Military Reserves. |
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Georgia National Guard (GNG) Service Cancelable Loan (SCL) |
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Established as an incentive for qualified men and women to join the GNG and to retain skilled, productive citizens within the State. It is a student financial aid program that provides cancelable loans to be used towards the cost of tuition in an undergraduate program. This means that if the Soldier simply completes their two-year service obligation, they do not have to pay back the loan! | | |
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Zero Percent Interest Student Loan Benefit for Military Service |
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Federal law exempts members of the military from paying interest for up to 60 months on certain student loans while serving or having served in an area that qualifies them to receive hostile fire or imminent danger pay. Service members and veterans can also apply retroactively based on previous qualifying military service. This benefit applies to direct loans or a portion of a direct consolidation loan made on or after Oct. 1, 2008. Taking advantage of this student loan benefit is simple and straightforward. Eligible active duty, National Guard, and Reserve service members and veterans can take these actions to avoid student loan interest: - Check your loan type and servicer by logging in to “My Federal Student Aid” at: StudentAid.gov/login.
- Contact your loan servicer to find out how to provide any of the following forms of proof:
- A leave and earnings statement showing receipt of hostile fire or imminent danger pay
- A certifying official’s statement and signature
- Military orders showing service in a hostile area
For more information about the zero percent student loan interest benefit, review or visit the following: |
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Faculty Coordinator: Dr. Andrew Jason Cohen, Email: cohenaj@gsu.edu Department of Philosophy, 25 Park Place, 1610 |
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The GSU Main Street Entrepreneurs Seed Fund (MSESF) Program is designed to identify and support underrepresented student and community entrepreneurs with seed funding and mentorship. In addition, the seed fund will enhance job creation, new business development and the entrepreneurial landscape of Metro Atlanta.To be eligible to participate in the MSESF Program, company founders/majority owners must: - Be part of an underrepresented and/or underserved population in Entrepreneurship (e.g. low socioeconomic status, veterans, women, first generation college students, refugees, legal immigrants);
- Be affiliated with GSU (i.e. current student, alumni within 5 years of graduation or date last enrolled, or community member of GSU-supported entrepreneurship or community-development program with business plans in alignment with the University’s goals); and
- Agree to participate in MSESF mentoring program and requirements for the coming year.
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GSU Law Volunteer Clinic for Veterans Free legal advice and assistance for veterans. To learn more or to setup a screening appointment, send an email to gsuvlac@gmail.com. |
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Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) is designed to motivate and assist veterans in the development of academic and other requisite skills necessary for acceptance and success in a program of postsecondary education. The program provides assessment and enhancement of basic skills through counseling, mentoring, tutoring and academic instruction in the core subject areas. The primary goal of the program is to increase the rate at which participants enroll in and complete post-secondary education programs. |
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The University Career Services staff is eager to help our students determine and achieve their career goals and aspirations. We look forward to meeting with students to explore their interests and developing individual plans to help them reach their career goals. Services provided: Career Counseling, Job Search, Job Postings, Resume, Interviewing, LinkedIn/Portfolium. |
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Study Abroad Programs for Military Students Military Students can use GI Bill benefits for Study Abroad tuition and fees. Programs are as short as one week and as long as a full academic year. Study Abroad Programs has multiple scholarships available to GSU Students. To learn more, contact the Study Abroad Programs office downtown or your Military Outreach Center. |
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- Review the eligibility criteria HERE to see if you qualify.
- Complete and sign the below VFW Application.
- Email the Application and a copy of your DD-214 (please blackout your social security number) to meister@gsu.edu
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VFW Mission: To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our veterans, the military, and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all veterans. Eligibility Criteria: If you have received a campaign medal for overseas service; have served 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days in Korea; or have ever received hostile fire or imminent danger pay, then you are eligible to join our ranks. History: VFW Post 10822/Dunwoody and Sandy Springs, GA was chartered in 1977, and now has over 120 members, joining with VFW's nearly 22,000 Georgia Members and over 1.5 million Nationwide Members to make a difference for those who have served in our Nation's Armed Forces in Peace and War. Meeting Times and Location: Post meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 1130 hrs at Dunwoody United Methodist Church, 1548 Mount Vernon Rd, Dunwoody GA, just east of the intersection of Ashford Dunwoody and Mt. Vernon Roads. Lunch is served! |
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WHAT IS E-BENEFITS? eBenefits is a joint VA/DoD web portal that provides resources and self-service capabilities to Veterans, Service members, and their families to research, access and manage their VA and military benefits and personal information. eBenefits uses secure credentials to allow access to personal information and gives users the ability to perform numerous self-service functions. It also provides a list of links to other sites that provide information about military and Veteran benefits. It is an essential way for Veterans, Service members, and their families to receive access to and service from VA and DoD. WHAT CAN I DO IN E-BENEFITS Some of the features within eBenefits allow Veterans and Service members to access official military personnel documents, view the status of their disability compensation claim, transfer entitlement of Post-9/11 GI Bill to eligible dependents (Service members only), and register for and update direct deposit information for certain benefits. For a full list of features, see the reverse side of this fact sheet. New features are being added regularly. HOW DO I ACCESS E-BENEFITS? eBenefits is located at ebenefits.va.gov. Before Veterans can access and use eBenefits they must be listed in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) and obtain a DS Logon. Service members can access eBenefits with a DS Logon or Common Access Card (CAC). They can choose from two levels of registration, DS Logon Level 1 (Basic) and DS Logon Level 2 (Premium). Note: If Veterans attempt to register and are informed they have no DEERS record, VA will first need to verify their military service and add them to DEERS. All VA Regional Offices have staff familiar with procedures for adding a Veteran to DEERS. |
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Did you know that the American Red Cross is so much more than blood donations? The Red Cross is also there to support our nation’s service men and women, veterans and their families in the following areas: Emergency Communication Services – Connecting families in crisis with their military family member. Financial Assistance – Through partnership with military aid societies and other military service organizations, the Red Cross provides 24/7 access to emergency financial assistance for service members and their families. Financial assistance may include help with emergency travel, rent, food, utilities and other expenses. Support to Military and Veterans Medical Facilities – Every day, Red Cross volunteers provide support in Veterans Affairs and Military Medical Facilities around the world. These volunteers provide comfort and peace of mind to veteran and military families who are recovering from illness and injury. Building Strong Resilient Families – From the time a person enters the military and throughout years as a veteran, the Red Cross provides support and assistance to build strong families through resiliency, preparedness and job skills training. Resiliency Training – The Red Cross helps to build resilient families through two impactful and free programs: - The Coping with Deployments course provides families with useful information on how to successfully navigate the challenges of military life.
- The Reconnection Workshops are small group discussions that provide service members, veterans and their families (including extended family) with skills for successful reintegration at home, work and in their communities.
Preparedness Training – The Red Cross helps military families to handle emergencies and natural disasters wherever they are. This includes developing preparedness plans and kits, becoming trained in CPR/AED, first aid instruction, and water safety training, as well as knowing how to contact the Red Cross when faced with a family emergency. Job Skills – The Red Cross provides job skills training to help military families successfully secure employment opportunities. Courses include: Nurse Assistant Training, Dental Assistant Training and Water Safety Instructor Training. For information and assistance, veterans and their families should contact their local Red Cross office or call 1-877-272-7337. |
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Veterans Affairs mental health initiative Make the Connection is a publicly available, free website that features more than 600 videos of Veterans and their loved ones speaking about their experiences with mental health and everyday life during and after service. These stories show those who are facing challenges that treatment works, recovery is possible, and they are not alone. MakeTheConnection.net also features information pages and resources for challenging life experiences and mental health signs, symptoms, and conditions. For more information about Make the Connection, go to http://www.MakeTheConnection.net |
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Quitting tobacco? Need some encouragement? Sign up for SmokefreeVET to receive daily support. Text VET to 47848 or visit https://smokefree.gov/veterans or call 1-855-QUIT-VET (1-855-784-8838). When you quit tobacco, you gain time with your family. |
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ExploreVA.gov Learn about VA benefits you may be eligible for. ExploreVA is a website where Veterans can visit to learn about the benefits they are entitled to. |
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Veteran, Do you need help? Our mission is to provide Free assistance to Warriors and their families in achieving a fulfilling civilian life by promoting collaboration between the organizations that can support them during the transition. |
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In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, SHARE Military Initiative at Shepherd Center in Atlanta now has in-person and virtual program options The SHARE Military Initiative at Shepherd Center is a comprehensive rehabilitation program that focuses on assessment and treatment for active duty or separated service members who have served in the U.S. military since September 11, 2001 and who are experiencing symptoms of or have a diagnosis of mild to moderate brain injury, or concussions and any co-occurring psychological or behavioral health concerns, including post-traumatic stress. SHARE Military Initiative provides hope, assistance, support and education to service members and their families during their recovery treatment and beyond. If you have additional questions about the program, call 404-603-4314 or email ShareAdmissions@shepherd.org. |
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The Veterans Crisis Line connects Veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text. Veterans and their loved ones can call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1, chat online, or send a text message to 838255 to receive confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Support for deaf and hard of hearing individuals is available. |
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Discount ticket sales available for local attractions via Dobbins Air Force Base, Marietta: Information, Tickets and Travel. |
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VA Vet Centers Vet Centers across the country provide a broad range of counseling, outreach, and referral services to combat Veterans and their families. Vet Centers guide Veterans and their families through many of the major adjustments in lifestyle that often occur after a Veteran returns from combat. Services for a Veteran may include individual and group counseling in areas such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), alcohol and drug assessment, and suicide prevention referrals. All services are free of cost and are strictly confidential. |
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Learn what VA can do for you. Whether you’re just getting out of the service or you’ve been a civilian for years now, the VA Welcome Kit can help guide you to the benefits and services you’ve earned. | | |
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No Charge Chiropractic Care for Veterans from Dr. Dan Batchelor CONTACT: 770-992-2003 or drbatch@aol.com Free care for veterans: If you are a military veteran and need a Doctor of Chiropractic, we are one of the few doctors in North Atlanta authorized by the VA to provide complete chiropractic services at no charge to you. That's right, it won't cost you a penny. If you would like to make an appointment with us, you can call the VA direct at 1-866-606-8198 and they will ask you some questions and then schedule an appointment. |
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Veterans Empowerment Organization Are you a veteran, or know of a veteran, who is either homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless? Do you need help in becoming self-sufficient? Veterans Empowerment Organization (VEO) can help! VEO provides basic physical and mental healthcare and exceptional life skills training. They cover all areas of rehabilitation and reintegration by providing a wide array of tools to veteran residents and by ensuring their programs provide a lasting change. |
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E. Employment and Internship Opportunities |
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ONLINE FourBlock Online is an online career transition program developed for the military by FourBlock and Columbia University, powered by T-Mobile. It features career guidance grounded on the latest career development research and delivered by industry experts, in order to equip service members for their military transition journey. |
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ACP & Georgia State University - Mentoring Program for Student Veterans WEBLINK: acp-usa.org/mentoring. American Corporate Partners (ACP) helps veterans achieve career goals through a free national mentorship program. Hundreds of student veterans have already benefitted from the program - see some of their stories on ACP's website! What ACP offers: a one-on-one, year-long mentorship with a corporate professional in the career field of your interest. ACP Mentors come from one of 60+ companies like 21st Century Fox, Bloomberg, Deloitte, Intel, Johnson & Johnson, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, PwC, USAA and many others. What you gain from an ACP Mentorship: Learn which career opportunities have the most value; Build a network of senior industry professionals; Improve your resume and interviewing skills; Translate your military experience into civilian terms; Transition into a post-college career with ease. Visit acp-usa.org/mentoring to apply today and note that you were referred by Georgia State University on your application. If you have questions, please email Joshuah Chrisman at jchrisman@acp-usa.org or call ACP at 212-752-0700. |
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Check out ACP's Womens Program. ACP provides an enhanced mentorship program for our female service members by hosting exclusive networking events, career development workshops and providing female veterans the opportunity to work one on one with female veterans. |
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Jobs Available Now with Social Security Administration – Veterans Preference |
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If you are ready for the challenge of an extremely fast paced environment, fax your resume and proof of Veteran eligibility to (770) 459-6617 or email to Les.Fischer@ssa.gov; Attn: Les Fischer, SSA District Manager. | | |
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CitruSolution Environmental and CitruSolution Carpet Cleaning is HIRING! CitruSolution is a Veteran-owned company and is interviewing for positions for their in-home service companies. They will provide training for these positions and will work around your class schedule. They need people who can work a Monday-Wednesday-Friday schedule, or a Tuesday-Thursday-Saturday schedule. Please call Paul Romanick at (404) 295-6333 with any questions or to schedule an interview. |
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Technology Military Internships - Operations Engineer Turner Broadcasting has technology internships just for military veterans or transitioning military personnel. |
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Amazon Is Hiring 25,000 Veterans in 5 Years Amazon is hiring transitioning military members, veterans, reservists, National Guard members, military spouses, and military dependents 18 years and older. No matter your military rank or specialty, there’s a place for you at Amazon – to learn, to grow, and to help us make history! |
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Northwestern Mutual -North Atlanta is hiring full-time Financial Advisors. We will hold training classes in August, October, and December. Follow the link below for more information. Resumes can be sent to Roberto Valles at roberto.valles@nm.com |
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Project Patriot is a national Veteran consulting program that supports infusing skilled and diligent veterans into the American workforce. Our objective is to use our experience and expertise to support those who have selflessly given so much to our country. Through dedicated career coaching efforts, we provide Veterans career opportunities that they may not have had access to otherwise. Services provided are FREE to military, veterans and family members, and include: - Career Advising
- Resume Building
- Job Search/Interview Tips
- Pay Rate/Salary Resources
The below position is now available and there are many more: |
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For more information on these services or current job openings, please contact Senior Technical Recruiter Taylor Biggar via email at tbiggar@brooksource.com
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Atlanta Area Career Center |
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Veterans Vocational Services Lab Do you have questions about your résumé? Would you like guidance on completing online applications and how to access Veteran-specific opportunities? Are you having a hard time keeping a job? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, you are invited to visit the VVS Lab, hosted by Goodwill’s Decatur and South DeKalb Career Centers. In the lab you will learn how to keep a digital copy of your résumé, apply online for jobs, and acquire other employment-related skills. |
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Date: Every Monday Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: Goodwill Decatur Career Center 2201 Lawrenceville Highway Decatur, GA 30033 (Near North DeKalb Mall) Use the #75-Tucker bus from Avondale MARTA rail station. or #123-North DeKalb Mall bus from Decatur MARTA rail station For more information, please call 404-554-9522. |
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Date: Every Tuesday Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: Goodwill S. DeKalb Career Center 1295 Columbia Drive Decatur, GA 30032 Use the #114-Columbia Drive bus from Avondale MARTA rail station. For more information, please call 404-200-1244 or 404-728-8605 |
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Walmart Veterans Welcome Home Commitment |
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Our Veterans Welcome Home Commitment guarantees a position to every veteran honorably discharged after Memorial Day 2013. When you click apply, you’ll get access to tools that will help you better understand the opportunities available at Walmart and experience the personal touch that our career counselors can provide. Career counselors will be in touch within 1-2 business days after you complete your application. | | |
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Workshops, led by highly skilled professionals who volunteer their time and knowledge, are held on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month (Except Memorial Day and Christmas Week) at RUMC. No advance sign up is required |
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Vetforce is the Salesforce job training and career accelerator program for military service members, veterans, and spouses. Through our online community, we connect our members to free training, classes, and career opportunities within the Salesforce ecosystem. Salesforce skills and certifications can bolster a resume or help launch an entirely new civilian career. |
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Additional Employment and Internship Opportunities |
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FREE VETERANS HME (Home Medical Equipment) REPAIR CLINIC When: June 10, 2022 – 9am to 3pm Where: 4900 Lewis Road Tucker, GA 30083 All registration and repair fees for manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, rollators and more are waived for veterans. *Batteries provided as available. Appointments recommended. Walk-ins welcome. Call 770-491-9014 ext. 115 to schedule an appointment. FODAC.ORG |
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A Weekend Retreat for ALL Warriors (men & women) and Warrior Families! |
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Our Warrior Family and Kids (ALL ages) programs at Camp Twin Lakes Will-A-Way Winder, GA provide a unique opportunity for each family member to interact with those who truly understand the specific challenges their families are experiencing. |
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No cost, 4-day immersive and intensive experience designed to help combat veterans and their supporters make peace with their past so they can begin planning for their new mission at home. Open to any post 9/11 Veteran who served in combat regardless of discharge status from the Active Component, Reserve, or National Guard, retreats focus on post traumatic growth. TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER VISIT: GRATITUDEAMERICA.ORG Gratitude America retreats this year: |
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Amelia Island, FL June 9-12, 2022 Helen, GA July 7-10, 2022 Lake Chatuge, GA August 4-7, 2022 |
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If you are a Post 9/11 veteran whose marriage needs help or restoration, Samaritan’s Purse and their ‘Operation Heal Our Patriots’ program might be for you. This ALL-expenses-paid trip to Alaska (including travel) gives wounded veterans and their spouses the opportunity for spiritual refreshment, physical renewal, and marriage enrichment. Couples participate in Biblically based seminars that help strengthen their relationships with God and others and enjoy the beauty of God’s creation with outdoor activities at their Alaskan wilderness lodge. For more information and to apply, visit the Samaritan’s Purse OHOP website. |
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G. Volunteer Opportunities |
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Family Warrior Weekends!!!! |
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Camp Twin Lakes' Family Warrior Weekend (FWW) is a weekend retreat for active and retired service members and their immediate family members of all ages who have been affected in any way by combat service and the Global War on Terror. These camps are held at beautiful Will-A-Way in Winder, GA. Volunteers are needed to support these military families throughout the weekend as family buddies and camp counselors. For questions or assistance in the application process, please contact: Kate Lipton 404-295-5295 kate@camptwinlakes.org |
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The U.S. military deploys an All-Volunteer Force worldwide to protect our nation. Our military service members and their families willingly make significant sacrifices to keep us all safe. They’re extremely proud to serve all Americans, despite the added challenges. Blue Star Families is an organization connecting military families with community neighbors to ease the challenges of military life and provide a simple way for all Americans to help keep our military strong. |
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Volunteer Opportunities for Veterans via the GSU Civic Engagement Office - Friday Reading Program – Indian Creek Elementary (Clarkston)
- Read to children on Friday mornings
- Clarkston Community Center Summer Camps
- Middle and High School ages
- Dept of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) – across the street from Decatur Campus
- MedShare – Sort/pack donated medical supplies (Decatur)
- Foster Care – Sort/pack donated items (Roswell area)
- PAWS/Lifeline Opportunities (Clarkston and Decatur)
- “Feel Good Fridays” – by Dawn Edwards
- Go out as a group one Friday a month per campus to serve in the community
- Community Garden and Botanical Garden, Decatur Campus
- New Food Pantry, called ‘Panther Pantry’, has opened on the Clarkston Campus, Bldg CH-1131. Hours are Mondays & Wednesdays, 12:00-2:30pm
For more information or to sign-up to participate in an event or program: Contact: JP Peters, Coordinator Email: jpeters14@gsu.edu Phone: 678-891-3274 |
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Are you ready to help put a child on a path to greater success? Complete a BBBS application through the Military Student Advocate on your campus. This is a great opportunity for our military-connected students to ‘give back’ by volunteering and investing in the lives of local youth. BBBS’s mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported, one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. How it works Volunteers/Mentors are called “Bigs”; Children/Mentees are called “Littles” An adult, a “Big”, is matched with a child, a “Little”, based on similar interests. The match will spend time together at least twice a month. Each volunteer is asked to commit to at least one year as a mentor. |
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DESCRIPTION: Volunteer, fellowships, and service opportunities for veterans WEBLINK: missioncontinues.org. The Mission Continues empowers veterans who are adjusting to life at home to find purpose through community impact. We deploy veterans on new missions in their communities, so that their actions will inspire future generations to serve. Since our founding, we have always been a nonprofit, non-partisan organization dedicated to bringing together veterans and innovative community organizations to create transformational change for communities in need all across the country. Our operations in cities nationwide deploy veteran volunteers alongside non-profit partners and community leaders to solve some of the most challenging issues facing our communities: improving community education resources, eliminating food deserts, mentoring at-risk youth and more. Through this unique model, veterans build new skills and networks that help them successfully reintegrate into life after the military while making long-term, sustainable transformations in communities and inspiring future generations to serve. |
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The Travis Manion Foundation unites communities to build a nation that values character above all else; where integrity is more important than celebrity, and social impact outweighs personal gain; where acts of courage, service, and kindness triumph, and communities unite to raise each other up. Through character-driven programming, veterans and families of the fallen do more than serve their nation – we empower them to strengthen their communities. Southeast Region Program Manager: Jason Dodge Email: Jason.dodge@travismanion.org Phone: 678-902-5652 |
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Veterans Vocational Services Veterans Vocational Services (VVS) Is holding information sessions for veterans who want to get and keep a job. Sessions provide information to veterans interested in employment, benefits, compensated work therapy, training opportunities, resume writing, job search, job coaching, and much more! When: Every Tuesday, 9am to 1pm Registration begins at 8:30am Where: Building B, Fort McPherson Campus 1701 Hardee Avenue S.E., Atlanta, GA For more information call: 404-321-6111 Ext. 7442 |
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I. Sports and Fitness Opportunities |
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BlazeSports America's mission is to change the lives of individuals with physical disabilities through adaptive sport and recreation. For more information, please use the following link:blazesports.org. |
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BlazeSports America Launches New Veteran Programs to Assist Those With PTSD and PTS We are excited to announce the expansion of the BlazeSports Veteran Programs to include veterans with PTSD and PTS. This expanded programming, which for the past ten years has focused primarily on those with physical disabilities, will help those Veterans in need of mental health support. As part of this expansion, BlazeSports is kicking off new programs including tennis, CrossFit, beginner archery, Saturday programs for our weekend warriors and much more. BlazeSports weekly programs are free for Veterans. All BlazeSports programs are socially distant and safe for in-person activities. |
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BlazeSports America Launches New Online Training & Education Initiative! |
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Certified Adaptive Recreation and Sports Specialist (CARSS), is the only certification of its kind in the U.S. related to developing and implementing successful adaptive sports and recreation programs for people with physical disabilities. | | |
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Team RWB Atlanta WHAT: Running/Social Club focused on connecting veterans with non-veterans. Team RWB's mission is to enrich the lives of America's veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity. Membership is open to everyone. Non-veterans are greatly encouraged to join!!!! |
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J. Survey and Research Opportunities |
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VOLUNTEER for a CONFIDENTIAL INTERVIEW STUDY |
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Inclusion criteria - U.S. Army female veteran
- Deployed to Iraq or Afghanistan (at least 12-18 months) – post 9/11
- Christian (self-described)
- Combat zone exposure
- Received PTSD diagnosis
- Experienced or experiencing a moral injury of war (MI)
moral injury of war (MI) – refers to the betrayal of what is right; bearing witness to or participating in acts conflicting with one’s held moral beliefs or expectations. - Already sought treatment for PMIE (currently have a therapeutic/support relationship in place)
- Have access to a counselor or pastor (without needing to seek one)
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The Pre-screening takes about 5 minutes. If interested in participating in the study, please contact the doctoral researcher, Kathaleen Young at kathaleen.young@waldenu.edu or via cell at (678) 600-2738. |
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Veterans Frequently Asked Questions |
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The information contained in the MOC Monthly Newsletter is not advice and should only be treated as general information. Georgia State University and the Military Outreach Center (MOC) assume no responsibility for errors or omissions in the newsletter's contents. This newsletter may contain links to external websites that are not provided or maintained by or in any way affiliated with Georgia State University or the MOC. Please note that neither Georgia State nor the MOC guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites. In no event shall Georgia State or the MOC be liable for any special, direct, indirect, consequential, or incidental damages whatsoever, whether in an action of contract, negligence or other tort, arising out of or in connection with the content of the newsletter. |
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