Operation Starlite
Operation Starlite, conducted from August 18 to 24, 1965, was the first major offensive by U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War.
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Welcome to the Events Calendar!
We invite you to explore more ways to get involved and connect Arizona’s service members, veterans and their families. Listed here are upcoming training and events conducted by the Arizona Coalition for Military Families and our partners.
If you have any questions about our training and events, please email events@arizonacoalition.org.
ACMF Birthday
We’re celebrating the founding of the Arizona Coalition for Military Families on August 19, 2009.
Mental Health First Aid Training
1800 E. Palo Verde Street 1800 E. Palo Verde Street, Yuma, AZBecome certified in Mental Health First Aid and learn how to provide critical support to someone experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis.
Free
Federal Hiring Workshop
This workshop covers the basics of federal hiring, civil service, www.USAJobs.gov, special hiring authorities, and other resources for a federal job search.
Free
Military/Veteran Helper Training
1800 E. Palo Verde Street 1800 E. Palo Verde Street, Yuma, AZBy attending this training, you will become a part of the Be Connected Community Corps and receive ongoing support for your role as a helper from the Be Connected team.
Free
Welcome to Be Connected Virtual Event
Join us for this live online training to learn about the Be Connected ecosystem of support for service members, veterans, and their families and how you can be an open door to help someone connect! You’ll leave feeling more connected and well-prepared to assist any service member, veteran, or family member who may need support. This virtual event is open to everyone and is offered at no cost. Registration is required.
Free
U.S. Withdraws from Afghanistan
The United States completed its troop withdrawal from Afghanistan on August 30, 2021, ending nearly two decades of military involvement.
Social Determinants of Health Training
Learn how to support Arizona’s service members, veterans, and their families by enrolling in the free, self-paced Social Determinants of Health training. This virtual course is offered at no cost and is open to everyone. Enroll now and work through modules at your own pace.
Free
Coaching into Connection
Looking for things to do in your community with people who understand you? We help veterans, service members and military families in Arizona find groups, events and activities. Call 866-4AZ-VETS or visit www.ConnectVeterans.org/Connection to get started. Our services are provided at no cost and funds may be available to help with activity costs.
Free
Suicide Prevention Month
Suicide Prevention Month is observed during September to raise awareness of the issue of suicide and promote efforts to prevent it.
National Service Dog Month
National Service Dog Month is an opportunity to show appreciation for the valuable work that service dogs do and to support organizations that train and provide these dogs to those in need.
AZDES Quarterly Informational Forums
The Arizona Department of Economic Security (AZDES) hosts Quarterly Informational Forums to help community partners understand programs and connect people to services.
Free
