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Veteran JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is inviting people across the country to join seven days of livestreaming activities to support wounded warriors and their families. Now in its fourth year, Warrior Week will run during the week of Veterans Day (Nov. 6-12) and fuel WWP's free, life-changing programs and services.
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- Now in its fourth year, Warrior Week will run during the week of Veterans Day (Nov. 6-12) and fuel WWP's free, life-changing programs and services .
- Warrior Week provides supporters a unique and fun way to join that mission – right from the comfort of their homes.
- Whether it's a stream playing video games or sharing hobbies like crafting, fishing, or fitness, Warrior Week streamers help WWP honor and empower America's injured veterans.
- Warrior Week also empowers streamers like Mazards to raise awareness of the challenges veterans face and how WWP is supporting them.
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Clothing Women veterans are the fastest-growing population in military and veteran communities and face unique experiences and challenges than their male counterparts.
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- Women veterans are the fastest-growing population in military and veteran communities and face unique experiences and challenges than their male counterparts.
- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) created the Women Warriors Initiative to understand these challenges better and empower the women it serves.
- In September 2023, Rana made her third trip to Washington, DC, with more than 50 other women warriors to attend the 2023 Women Warriors Summit .
- There she met with legislators to address the report's findings and championed legislative changes that will improve care for women warriors.
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) announced its partnerships with 39 military and veterans service organizations to expand resources that address the most pressing needs of warriors, their families, and caregivers.
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- JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) announced its partnerships with 39 military and veterans service organizations to expand resources that address the most pressing needs of warriors, their families, and caregivers.
- Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9174052-wounded-warrior-project-...
"The needs of wounded warriors, their families, and caregivers continue to evolve and require integrated solutions," shared WWP CEO Lt. Gen.
- WWP invests in programs that address veterans' overall quality of life, reduce suicide risks, and support high-need populations.
- To advance these goals, the organization's targeted investments support programs focused on the following areas:
WWP's community partners augment the organization's programs and services and deepen WWP's impact on warriors, families, and caregivers.
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Birth control WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) released the 2023 Women Warriors Report, which highlights the unique experiences and challenges women veterans face after service, including accessing health care and undergoing a harder time transitioning back into civilian life than their male counterparts.
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- A critical part of the report is a series of recommendations for additional research and new policies for Congress, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), volunteer service organizations, and others to undertake to support women veterans further.
- "This report points the way forward in a comprehensive and holistic manner, underscoring the need for greater partnerships and unified action to support the women veteran community."
- "Wounded Warrior Project's 2023 Women Warriors Report sheds light on the significant challenges faced by women veterans after their service," said Representative Nancy Mace (R-SC).
- "These brave women, who have sacrificed so much for our country, often encounter unique obstacles as they transition into civilian life.
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Vectrus JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) elected new members and leadership to its all-volunteer board of directors.
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- JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) elected new members and leadership to its all-volunteer board of directors.
- Lindsey Streeter, senior vice president of veteran and military affairs program lead for Bank of America, were elected to the board.
- Incoming directors Groberg, Stalker, and Streeter add over 69 years of combined military service to WWP's board.
- "This year marks 20 years of service for Wounded Warrior Project.
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Life insurance JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is spotlighting the alarming prevalence of suicidal thoughts among veterans who are struggling economically. The findings underscore the importance of resources that help military veterans become self-sufficient and provide for themselves and their families.
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- JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is spotlighting the alarming prevalence of suicidal thoughts among veterans who are struggling economically.
- Each year, WWP conducts a survey of the injured, ill, and wounded veterans currently registered with the organization.
- I had gotten it to honor Ray Pizarro, a fellow warrior who had coached me on what to do if suicidal thoughts crept in.
- For more information on Wounded Warrior Project and its efforts to address veteran suicide and mental health, visit woundedwarriorproject.org/preventsuicide .
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Residential care That simple act of kindness for those injured in the Afghanistan and Iraq wars evolved into Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), whose mission for the past 20 years has been to honor and empower post-9/11 wounded warriors.
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- That simple act of kindness for those injured in the Afghanistan and Iraq wars evolved into Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), whose mission for the past 20 years has been to honor and empower post-9/11 wounded warriors.
- While WWP still delivers its backpacks to wounded warriors, today it offers a wide range of direct programs and services related to mental and brain health, career counseling, connection, and long-term rehabilitative care.
- "When Wounded Warrior Project began, we focused on the immediate needs of injured veterans coming off the battlefield," said WWP CEO Lt. Gen.
- But as it has learned from the veteran population it serves, Wounded Warrior Project is just getting started.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) announced today that CEO Lt. Gen.
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- JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) announced today that CEO Lt. Gen.
- Michael Linnington plans to retire in January 2024.
- Kathleen Widmer, chair of WWP's Board of Directors, said, "Mike has made a lasting impact on our country, its veterans, and Wounded Warrior Project.
- Mike will continue to lead Wounded Warrior Project as we extensively search for a leader to continue championing support for wounded, ill, and injured post-9/11 veterans and their families."
CHARLESTON, S.C., July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Veterans Help Group (VHG) is excited to announce a $20,000 donation to Wounded Warrior Project to honor the organization's 20th Anniversary.
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- CHARLESTON, S.C., July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Veterans Help Group (VHG) is excited to announce a $20,000 donation to Wounded Warrior Project to honor the organization's 20th Anniversary.
- "Wounded Warrior is one of the biggest and most effective advocates for disabled veterans in the United States," said Joe Waring, Board Member for VHG.
- Mike Linnington, CEO for Wounded Warrior, stated: ""The support we receive from organizations like Veterans Help Group empowers Wounded Warrior Project to honor warriors in their communities.
- We thank Veterans Health Group for their generosity and applaud their efforts to help veterans secure the benefits they have earned in their service to our country."
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Jet fuel Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) and national transportation company CSX are partnering to address these challenges and highlight the qualities that make warriors strong civilian employees.
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- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) and national transportation company CSX are partnering to address these challenges and highlight the qualities that make warriors strong civilian employees.
- "However, transitioning from military to civilian life can still be difficult, especially for wounded veterans.
- CSX is helping remove veteran employment barriers by supporting WWP's Warriors to Work® program.
- Because of partners like CSX, veterans can overcome employment barriers and find meaningful jobs.
