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Article An older man in a beige jacket, a veteran now navigating civvy street, sits on a pebble beach, gazing at the overcast sea. Wooden groynes extend into the water.

New RAF Family Service Provides Respite and Support

RAF veteran Johnny Ayling. Photo: RAF Benevolent Fund Carers who are part of the RAF Family now have a dedicated…

28th March 2018
Article Promotional image for Royal Air Force charities, showcasing a child in flight gear, a modern aircraft, and a veteran in a wheelchair with a young girl. Text reads: "Support Veterans' Resettlement to Build a Lasting Legacy.

RAF ‘Lasting Legacy’ Appeal Launched

A major fundraising appeal has been launched by the Royal Air Force and its four main charities as part of…

28th March 2018
Article Three veterans in military uniform stand on grass, with one holding a rugby ball. Behind them is a fountain and several international flags, symbolizing their journey from service to Civvy Street.

Army v Navy Match Ball To Go To Gallipoli

A team of UK Armed Forces Personnel are walking 30km as part of a commemorative tour around the battlefield sites…

28th March 2018
Article A microphone stands in a spotlight on a wooden stage, where stories of resettlement echo through closed red curtains.

Using Theatre Skills To Assist Recovery

Stand Easy Productions works with Wounded, Injured and Sick Veterans to help their recovery through drama activities… Stand Easy is…

28th March 2018
Article Two veterans examine a drone on display in a room, navigating their resettlement into Civvy Street, with a few intrigued onlookers in the background.

IET Armed Forces Technician Of The Year Award

This award recognises extraordinary individuals who have completed an engineering or technical task in the last two years, and who…

27th March 2018
Article A veteran in a military uniform poses for a portrait against a plain background, reflecting on his transition to Civvy Street.

The Legion Joins Calls To Recognise First Black Officer

The Royal British Legion is supporting a campaign to posthumously award a Military Cross to Walter Tull, Britain’s first black…

27th March 2018
Article A veteran with a beard stands outdoors in a mountainous area, wearing a scarf and jacket. Snow-covered peaks loom majestically in the background as he embraces the serenity of civvy street.

Explorer Levison Wood Gives Inspirational Speech To Ex-Service Personnel

Bestselling author, explorer and photographer Levison Wood, visited the UK’s leading charity for veterans mental health to talk to former…

27th March 2018
Article A bearded man wearing sunglasses and a "Blesma: The Limbless Veterans" t-shirt sits against a blue background, embodying the essence of resettlement to Civvy Street.

Injured Afghan Vet To Take On ‘Nuclear Races’

A former Para, who lost his leg while serving in Afghanistan, is taking on the Nuclear Rush this May to…

27th March 2018
Article A series of framed photographs adorns the wall, capturing moments of hands, people, and outdoor scenes, each telling a story of life on Civvy Street after resettlement.

‘Salonika Reflections’ – Crossing The Boundaries Of Time

South West based charity Alabaré were amongst those who were invited to attend the launch of ‘Salonika Reflections’, an exhibition…

27th March 2018
Article Circular text reading "ALL WHO SERVED, SACRIFICED, AND CHANGED OUR WORLD 1918-2018" surrounds "Thank you" with a red poppy, honoring veterans as they transition from service to Civvy Street.

Pathfinder backs WW1 Legion campaign

Pathfinder International has announced its backing behind The Royal British Legion’s ‘Thank You’ campaign. The initiative sees The Legion invite…

26th March 2018
Article Veteran participants gather at the starting line of the GODZone adventure race in Fiordland, New Zealand, under an inflatable arch on a cloudy day.

RAF Team Completes Challenging New Zealand Race

The OA sponsored team of RAF Officers has finished the tough GODZone Pure adventure… The team comprised of four RAF…

26th March 2018
Article A veteran with a prosthetic leg wearing running gear stands next to a dog outdoors, embracing life on Civvy Street. He has a race number on his shorts.

Amputee Veteran To Take On Ultra-Running Challenge

An amputee war veteran is taking on his first ultra-running challenge on the 74th anniversary of the D-Day landings to…

26th March 2018