New Census Bureau Data Show Diverse Outcomes for Recent Army Veterans
New U.S. Census Bureau data show that many veterans who left service during the Great Recession struggled to find stable post-military employment. The return to civilian life brings many challenges for veterans, including re-entry into the civilian workforce.
The Military Is Resuming the Diversity Training That Trump Banned
The Defense Department has resumed its diversity training efforts, after the Biden White House acted swiftly to reverse the Trump administration's controversial curtailment of such programs.
The NYPD Will Have a Black Woman As Its Chief of Patrol for the First Time
Juanita Holmes has been chosen as the NYPD's new Chief of Patrol.
A Leader in Diversity joins Increasingly Diverse Red Cross
The Red Cross is committed to providing its services to all who need them, regardless of age, race, gender, nationality, financial status or sexual preference.
Top US general urges greater racial diversity in military
The U.S. military must widen opportunity and improve advancement for Black service members, who remain vastly underrepresented in some areas, including among Air Force pilots and in the most senior ranks, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said Wednesday.
Heroes First: Veteran Innovators and Entrepreneurs in America
Serving our country long after the military.
Job-Seeking Military Veterans Experience More Hiring Bias, LinkedIn Survey Says
A new LinkedIn report reveals that vets represent an untapped talent pool of nearly 200,000 new workers each year.
Why do so few Black officers lead combat units?
The United States and its military are increasingly diverse. Its leadership is not.
West Point football was all-White until 1966. So why does this 1920s photo show an all-Black squad?
National Archives scans reveal rare images of a Black team at the then-segregated military academy
Don't dismiss skills to pursue military diversity
Our military consistently grows stronger, smarter, and more sophisticated. Part of this involves inclusion.
Royal Navy to allow female sailors on subs
The Royal Navy is preparing to allow women to serve on its submarine fleet for the first time, defence sources say.
Why Veterans Make Good Employees
Employers and companies can benefit from hiring Veterans.
State of the Coast Guard: Resiliency, Inclusivity, Ingenuity Molding Force of Future
The U.S. Coast Guard has taken to heart lessons over the past year not just about agility and creative ways to maintain security and commerce during a global pandemic but in fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce for optimal strength and effectiveness, Adm. Karl Schultz said.
The True Story of Our Veterans: Challenges of the Military Transition to Civilian Life
We found that service members and their families encounter a range of transition-related challenges during their reintegration into civilian life.
Jill Biden and Rosita the Muppet Talk About Racial Diversity in Military on Sesame Street
Dr. Jill Biden and Rosita the Muppet, who both come from military families, discussed the importance of being an "upstander" for people who are treated poorly
3 Military Behaviors That Don’t Work In The Civilian Workplace
Most of us can thank the military for instilling some valuable behaviors in us. For me, it’s always being on time and cleaning up after myself (and, often, others) to improve the proverbial foxhole. The military also ingrained habits in me like backwards planning and keeping accountability of coworkers. While many of the things we learned are invaluable, some behaviors won’t help you get ahead in the civilian world.
Common Challenges During Re-adjustment to Civilian Life
Civilians may not be aware of the unique challenges that separating from military service and returning to civilian life can present.
This Tiny Country Has the Most Foreign Military Bases
In an extremely volatile and unstable environment, Djibouti is a haven of political stability, and is of great geostrategic and economic importance. It’s also home to the greatest number of foreign military bases – here’s everything you need to know.
Spain's Army Now Allows Women with Tattoos to Choose to Wear Trousers
For the first time, women will be allowed to join Spain’s military after rules on wearing skirts were overturned.