Transforming the narrative of the American veteran.
ABOUT MVA PROGRAMS
MVA programs operate around the country to provide unique opportunities for engagement and growth for minority veterans. Our programs support social engagement and community connection, financial stability, leadership development, and enhanced opportunities to gain access to critical systems and services that our communities need most.
PEOPLE TO PEOPLE
KING COUNTY, WA
Holistic case management to promote social engagement, financial stability, and access to systems and services.
PROJECT THRIVE
NATIONAL
Economic justice and development programs including Emerging Leaders and Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Summit.
PEOPLE TO PEOPLE
Our P2P Program, located in Seattle and King County, WA takes a holistic approach in meeting the veteran where they are in space and time, resulting in a greater sense of belonging and reducing barriers to accessing services and systems for our communities. The program provides human-centered case management services for minority and underrepresented veteran communities.
This program receives funding from the King County Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy.
PROJECT THRIVE
Project Thrive works to support minority veterans achieve economic stability and success. Our holistic approach meets veterans where they are, no matter what that may look like, and empower them to achieve their dreams through culturally responsive and holistically designed economic wellness programming. The program focuses on achieving equitable wages and income, increasing generational wealth, and expanding access to culturally informed training and development.
PROGRAM OFFERINGS
PROJECT THRIVE
EMERGING LEADERS PROGRAM
The Emerging Leaders Program invests in developing the next generation of minority veteran leaders as they continue to make an impact in their local communities. Working to address the leadership development gaps that exist for minority veterans, the program includes an annual retreat, 12 months of leadership development opportunities, and mentorship from community partners, career coaches, and program alumni.
Annual Retreat
3-day retreat hosted in small groups throughout the country. Retreat will host topics focused on personal and professional development, organizing, and leadership development.
Quarterly Firesides
Leaders will meet quarterly to participate in trainings and engage in small and large group discussions on important topics and themes.
Mentorship
Personal, professional, and peer mentorship to empower growth and development.
Community Connection
Ongoing connection with program participants around the country to build community.
CHAPTER PROGRAMS
Our chapter networks are designed to facilitate a “home” and community for local membership. In addition to community events and leadership opportunities, each chapter engages in social engagement and joy, service and volunteerism, and local activism and organizing. We work to create a community and network in which our nation’s most marginalized communities are able to bring their whole selves without worrying about navigating historically oppressive frameworks.
MINORITY VETS CHAPTER LOCATIONS
Date: March 30, 2022:
Title: Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigation Legislative Hearing
Committee: House Veterans Affairs Committee
Date: February 8, 2022
Title: Honoring Our Promise: Reviewing the Effectiveness of Services for Dependents and Survivors
Committee: House Veterans Affairs Committee
Date: October 7, 2021
Title: Legislative Hearing on the VA Electronic Health Record Transparency Act of 2021, IT Reform and Data Collection Bills
Committee: House Veterans Affairs Committee
Date: October 20, 2021
Title: Legislative Hearing of the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs
Committee: House Veterans Affairs Committee
Date: September 22, 2021
Title: Creating a Welcoming VA and Building Equity for Veterans through Legislation
Committee: House Veterans Affairs Committee
Date: July 14, 2021
Title: Legislative Hearing of the Subcommittee on Health
Committee: House Veterans Affairs Committee
Date: July 27, 2021
Title: Aging in Place: Examining Veterans' Access to Home and Community Based Services:
Committee: House Veterans Affairs Committee
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About
Minority Veterans of America (MVA) is a nonpartisan, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization designed to create belonging and advance equity for underrepresented veterans.
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