An investigation by a Department of Veterans Affairs inspector general found that the Department "improperly denied hundreds of military sexual trauma claims in recent years," USA Today reports.
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Health & Disability Advocates presents a workshop for community-based organizations interested in serving the behavioral and mental health needs of military Service Members, Veterans, and their families. No previous experience or prerequisite is necessary.
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Women Veteran Resources program connects women veterans with appropriate resources to help them transition to civilian life after leaving the military, and to provide them with resources and tools to transition to civilian life and to continue to be leaders in their communities.
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April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month—an annual campaign to raise public awareness about sexual assault and to educate communities and individuals about how to prevent sexual violence. This year, VA adopted the theme of “Honoring Veterans’ Voices, Helping Military Sexual Trauma Survivors to Heal” for its outreach activities.
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