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Article In a bright room, a group of uniformed people is posing with veterans, who are seated at tables. The camaraderie is evident as they support each other while navigating life after resettlement into Civvy Street.

‘Trailblazers’ Joined By RAF Personnel For Centenary Celebrations

RAF personnel celebrated 100 years of women serving in the Royal Air Force at a week-long centenary event in Rustington,…

7th February 2018
Article Cover of Pathfinder magazine featuring a veteran sitting at a desk with books. The headline reads, "ELCAS: Are You Making the Most of Your Education as You Transition to Civvy Street?

Pathfinder February Issue Now Available

The February issue of Pathfinder International magazine is now available, featuring resettlement advice, pension guidance, and a cover story on…

6th February 2018
Article Three uniformed individuals sit against a wall. Two smile at the camera, while the third covers her face with her hands, appearing to laugh. As they share a light-hearted moment, their thoughts perhaps linger on civvy street and the resettlement process awaiting them.

Exploring Transition Outcomes Of Female Service Leavers

Forces in Mind Trust has awarded Cranfield University £96,688 to research employment outcomes for female Service leavers, addressing a significant…

6th February 2018
Article Four veterans, now settled into Civvy Street, wear matching blue, red, and white athletic shirts as they stand outdoors in a grassy area. With trees in the background, they smile or pose for the camera, celebrating their successful resettlement into civilian life.

OA Sponsors RAF Officers In Extreme New Zealand Race

Four RAF officers are competing in New Zealand's GODZone Adventure Race as part of the RAF's centenary celebrations. The Officers'…

6th February 2018
Article A veteran with glasses carefully reads a food package in the kitchen, adjusting to life on Civvy Street. A fridge hums quietly in the background, a symbol of his new normal.

Veteran Regains Independence With Help Of New Gadget

An 83-year-old blind veteran is regaining independence with the OrCam MyEye, a wearable camera device that converts text to speech.…

5th February 2018
Article A group of cyclists in red and white jerseys, including a veteran adjusting to civvy street, stand in a line outside a brick building with a blue sign.

Ultra Challenges For A Hugely Worthwhile Cause

Captain James Wadsworth has launched two endurance challenges—Tour De Troops and The Soldier Pass Run—to raise funds for Felix Fund,…

2nd February 2018
Article Five men, a mix of suits and uniforms, stride confidently on the grass in front of a building. Three carry white canes, embodying the spirit of veterans transitioning to Civvy Street with determination and grace.

Blind Veterans UK Marks Dignity Action Day

Blind Veterans UK marked Dignity Action Day on February 1st, emphasizing the organization's commitment to upholding veterans' rights to dignity…

2nd February 2018
Article A veteran, smiling proudly, stands beside a purple mixer in an outdoor setting adorned with UK flag bunting. The scene beautifully captures their journey from service to Civvy Street, symbolizing new beginnings and resettlement.

Bake Off Winner Becomes Combat Stress Ambassador

Bake Off winner Sophie Faldo, a former Royal Artillery officer, has become an ambassador for Combat Stress to raise awareness…

1st February 2018
Article A suburban neighborhood with rows of brown brick houses, surrounded by trees, offers a peaceful resettlement for those transitioning from Veteran life. The street is curved, and two people are walking on the sidewalk under a cloudy sky.

Window Could Be Closing On Forces Help To Buy

The Forces Help to Buy scheme offers Armed Forces personnel interest-free loans of up to 50% of annual salary (maximum…

30th January 2018
Article A row of light bulbs with one bulb lit while the others remain unlit, set against a dark background, symbolizes a veteran finding their path in Civvy Street.

Funding Awarded To Research Negative Transition

Forces in Mind Trust has awarded £179,848 to Queen's University Belfast for a three-year study examining negative transitions among ex-Service…

30th January 2018
Article A person holds a cardboard sign with a drawing of a house and the word "LESS" scrawled beneath, standing against a graffiti-covered wall—a poignant symbol of life on Civvy Street.

Veterans Organisation Responds To Homelessness Consultation

London Veterans Advisory and Pensions Committee awaits government guidance on homelessness policy, having contributed to a consultation on how local…

30th January 2018
Article A colorful bar graph, reminiscent of a veteran's successful transition to Civvy Street, features an upward-trending blue arrow indicating growth. Red, orange, yellow, green, and lime bars ascend from left to right on a grid background.

SSAFA Climbs Charity Brand Index

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has climbed to become the third highest overall climber in the latest Charity Brand Index…

29th January 2018