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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250128T130000
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SUMMARY:Military/Veteran Helper Training
DESCRIPTION:When: January 28\, 2025 \nTime: 9 AM – 1 PM MST \nWhere: Vitalyst\, 2020 N. Central Avenue\, Plaza Level\, Phoenix\, AZ 85004 \nRegister Here  \n \n\nRegistration is required.\nLunch and a welcome gift will be provided to all attendees.\n\nBy 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. \nLearn about: \n\nArizona’s military & veteran population and risk factors\nTools to use as a community helper\nWho to call when someone needs further help\nThe importance of self-care as a helper\nThe Be Connected Ecosystem of Support and how to tap into it for yourself as a helper and for those you are helping\n\nThere is no cost to participants for this training and everyone is welcome. Assistance with mileage may be available if the participant would otherwise be unable to attend. Directions and parking information will be emailed to registered participants. \nQuestions? Email BCCC@arizonacoalition.org
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/military-veteran-helper-training-7/
LOCATION:2020 N. Central Avenue\, 2020 N. Central Avenue\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004
CATEGORIES:BCCC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250128
DTSTAMP:20241228T204925Z
CREATED:20241228T204925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241228T204925Z
UID:15529-1737936000-1738022399@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:Paris Peace Accords Signed
DESCRIPTION:The Paris Peace Accords\, also known as the Agreement on Ending the War and Restoring Peace in Vietnam\, was signed on January 27\, 1973 in Paris\, France. The agreement ended the United States’ direct military involvement in the Vietnam War. The accords were signed by representatives of the following countries: The United States\, The Republic of Vietnam (South Vietnam)\, The Democratic Republic of Vietnam (North Vietnam)\, and The Provisional Revolutionary Government (Viet Cong). \nThe next day after the signing\, President Nixon used an executive order to end the draft and establish an all-volunteer military. \nLearn More: \n\n50 Year Reflection: USAF 142nd Wing Historian\nCasualty Summary: Defense Casualty Analysis System\nDeclassified Documents: NSA.org\nOverview by History.com\nParis Peace Accords: Wikipedia Entry\nPDF of Paris Peace Accords: Treaties.UN.org\nVietnam War: National Archives\n\nSupport is Available\nReflecting on the significant battles in U.S. history can evoke strong emotions. If you or someone you know is feeling lonely or facing challenges with mental health\, housing\, employment\, transportation\, healthcare\, veteran benefits\, family issues or any other situation\, we’re here to help. Call the Be Connected support line for service members\, veterans\, and their families at 866-4AZ-VETS (866-429-8387)\, available Monday through Friday\, 8 AM to 5 PM MT. For urgent mental health crises\, contact the Veterans Crisis Line by dialing 9-8-8 (veterans – press 1) or text 838255\, and for life-threatening emergencies\, call 9-1-1. This information is provided as a public service and is not intended to replace advice or care from licensed professional providers.
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/paris-peace-accords-signed-3/
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250125T130000
DTSTAMP:20250126T030736Z
CREATED:20250126T030736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250126T030736Z
UID:16070-1737795600-1737810000@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:Military/Veteran Helper Training
DESCRIPTION:Military/Veteran Helper Training \nWhen: March 18\, 2025 \nTime: 9 AM – 1 PM MT \nWhere: Pinetop-Lakeside Library\, 1595 Johnson Drive\, Lakeside\, AZ 85929 \nRegister Here \n\nRegistration is required.\nLunch and a welcome gift will be provided for all attendees.\n\nBy 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. \nLearn about: \n\nArizona’s military & veteran population and risk factors\nTools to use as a community helper\nWho to call when someone needs further help\nThe importance of self-care as a helper\nThe Be Connected Ecosystem of Support and how to tap into it for yourself as a helper and for those you are helping\n\nThere is no cost to participants for this training and everyone is welcome. Assistance with mileage may be available if the participant would otherwise be unable to attend. Directions and parking information will be emailed to registered participants. \nQuestions? Email BCCC@arizonacoalition.org
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/military-veteran-helper-training-10/
LOCATION:Pinetop-Lakeside Library\, 1595 Johnson Drive\, Lakeside\, AZ\, 85929
CATEGORIES:BCCC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250124
DTSTAMP:20250108T025120Z
CREATED:20250108T025120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T025120Z
UID:15851-1737590400-1737676799@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:Military/Veteran Helper Training
DESCRIPTION:When: January 23\, 2025 \nTime: 10 AM – 2 PM MST \nWhere: Yuma Main Library\, 2951 S. 21st Drive\, Yuma\, AZ 85364 \nRegister Here  \n\nRegistration is required.\nLunch and a welcome gift will be provided to all attendees.\n\nBy 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. \nLearn about: \n\nArizona’s military & veteran population and risk factors\nTools to use as a community helper\nWho to call when someone needs further help\nThe importance of self-care as a helper\nThe Be Connected Ecosystem of Support and how to tap into it for yourself as a helper and for those you are helping\n\nThere is no cost to participants for this training and everyone is welcome. Assistance with mileage may be available if the participant would otherwise be unable to attend. Directions and parking information will be emailed to registered participants. \nQuestions? Email BCCC@arizonacoalition.org
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/military-veteran-helper-training-8/
LOCATION:Yuma Main Library\, 2951 S. 21st Drive\, Yuma\, AZ\, 85364
CATEGORIES:BCCC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250116T150000
DTSTAMP:20250108T023618Z
CREATED:20241214T191936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T023618Z
UID:15329-1737025200-1737039600@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:Military/Veteran Helper Training
DESCRIPTION:When: January 16\, 2025\nTime: 11 AM – 3 PM MST\nWhere: Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library\, 7800 N. Schisler Drive\, Tucson\, AZ 85743 \n\nRegistration is required.\nLunch and a welcome gift will be provided to all attendees.\n\nBy 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. \nLearn about: \n\nArizona’s military & veteran population and risk factors\nTools to use as a community helper\nWho to call when someone needs further help\nThe importance of self-care as a helper\nThe Be Connected Ecosystem of Support and how to tap into it for yourself as a helper and for those you are helping\n\nThere is no cost to participants for this training and everyone is welcome. Assistance with mileage may be available if the participant would otherwise be unable to attend. Directions and parking information will be emailed to registered participants. \nQuestions? Email BCCC@arizonacoalition.org
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/military-veteran-helper-training-5/
LOCATION:Wheeler Taft Library\, 7800 N Schisler Dr\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85743
CATEGORIES:BCCC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250117
DTSTAMP:20241228T203050Z
CREATED:20241228T203050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241228T203050Z
UID:15518-1736985600-1737071999@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:Operation Desert Storm Begins
DESCRIPTION:The Gulf War was a military conflict between Iraq and a coalition of 42 countries led by the United States. The coalition’s actions unfolded in two major phases: Operation Desert Shield\, which involved the buildup of military forces from August 1990 to January 1991\, and Operation Desert Storm\, which started with an aerial bombing campaign against Iraq on January 17\, 1991\, and concluded with the U.S.-led liberation of Kuwait on February 28\, 1991. \nThe American public witnessed the conflict\, as it was the first war that accommodated live television broadcasts from the front lines. American troops also experienced notable firsts\, including the largest tank battle in history; the first use of the Patriot missile system in combat to intercept Iraqi Scud missiles\, and the first time GPS precision-guided munitions were used on a large scale (Source: U.S. Department of Defense). \nLearn More: \n\nCasualty Report: Defense Casualty Analysis System\nDesert Shield/Desert Storm: Air Force History\nDesert Storm Overview: U.S. Army Center of Military History\nDesert Storm: U.S. Department of Defense\nGary Kunich: Firsthand Account\nGulf War Chronology: National Desert Storm War Memorial\nGulf War: History.com\nMOAA Members: Firsthand Accounts\nUSAF: Firsthand Accounts\n\nSupport is Available\nReflecting on the significant battles in U.S. history can evoke strong emotions. If you or someone you know is feeling lonely or facing challenges with mental health\, housing\, employment\, transportation\, healthcare\, veteran benefits\, family issues or any other situation\, we’re here to help. Call the Be Connected support line for service members\, veterans\, and their families at 866-4AZ-VETS (866-429-8387)\, available Monday through Friday\, 8 AM to 5 PM MT. For urgent mental health crises\, contact the Veterans Crisis Line by dialing 9-8-8 (veterans – press 1) or text 838255\, and for life-threatening emergencies\, call 9-1-1. This information is provided as a public service and is not intended to replace advice or care from licensed professional providers.
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/operation-desert-storm-begins-4/
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250201
DTSTAMP:20240505T201009Z
CREATED:20240505T201009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240505T201009Z
UID:11107-1735689600-1738367999@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:Coaching Into Connection
DESCRIPTION:Coaching into Connection Services Available for AZ Service Members\, Veterans & Their Families \nIf you’re a service member\, veteran\, or military family member in Arizona\, the Be Connected Coaching into Connection program is here to help you enhance your social connections. Our experienced Connection Coaches\, who are veterans living right here in Arizona\, can help. They offer personalized support to get you connected with your community and find meaningful activities. Services are offered at no cost and are available statewide. Remember\, we’re here to support you. \n\nDownload the Flyer\nGet Started: Fill Out This Form\nWatch the Video\n\nLearn more at www.ConnectVeterans.org/Connection \nHave Questions? Call 866-4AZ-VETS (866-429-8387) or email riskreduction@arizonacoalition.org
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/coaching-into-connection-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240418T160000
DTSTAMP:20240108T222307Z
CREATED:20230731T003121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T222307Z
UID:9332-1713340800-1713456000@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:14th Annual Statewide Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The 14th Annual Statewide Symposium in Support of Service Members\, Veterans & Their Families is scheduled for April 17 & 18\, 2024.\n\nThe 2024 Statewide Symposium will be an in-person event held once again at the Desert Willow Conference Center\, 4340 E. Cotton Center Boulevard in Phoenix\, Arizona 85040. \nThe focus remains the same – connecting with partners to strengthen how we collectively care for\, serve\, support\, employ\, educate\, and assist the more than 500\,000 service members\, veterans\, and military-affiliated family members who call Arizona home. \nAll are welcome and scholarships are available. \n\nLook for more information in the coming weeks at www.ArizonaCoalition.org/Symposium.
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/14th-annual-statewide-symposium/
LOCATION:Desert Willow Conference Center\, 4340 East Cotton Center Blvd.\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231115T113000
DTSTAMP:20231008T011900Z
CREATED:20231005T190125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231008T011900Z
UID:9645-1700042400-1700047800@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:Arizona Faith Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next Arizona Faith Gathering taking place virtually on Wednesday\, November 15\, 2023\, from 10 – 11:30 a.m. Arizona time. There is no cost for this event and all are welcome!\nREGISTER HERE \nDOWNLOAD EVENT FLYER \nFEATURED SPEAKER: PASTOR SANGHOON YOO\, MDIV.\, MSW \nPastor Yoo will share the insights gained through his experience working with faith community leaders to help them approach the sensitive topic of mental health. The key\, according to Pastor Yoo\, is to create a “culture of belonging” in the faith community\, where honest conversations on mental health can be safely held. \nLearn more about the Be Connected Faith Network at www.ConnectVeterans.org/faith 
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/arizona-faith-gathering-4/
CATEGORIES:Faith Network,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231201
DTSTAMP:20231023T155144Z
CREATED:20231023T155144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T155144Z
UID:9763-1698796800-1701388799@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:Arizona Veteran Survey
DESCRIPTION:The statewide Arizona Veteran Survey is open to all service members\, veterans\, their family members\, and community supporters. We encourage you to invest 10 minutes to take the survey and share your thoughts. Your responses will help guide future decisions for programs\, services\, and resources offered by the Arizona Coalition for Military Families. Your confidential responses will help strengthen the care and support provided to service members\, veterans\, and their families throughout Arizona.  \nPlease START the survey\, FINISH the survey\, and SHARE the survey link with your network and community.  \nTake the survey and learn more at www.ConnectVeterans.org/Survey or call the Be Connected Support Line at 866-4AZ-VETS (866-429-8387).
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/arizona-veteran-survey/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230421
DTSTAMP:20260929T195317Z
CREATED:20220711T050353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T195317Z
UID:6190-1681862400-1682035199@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:13th Annual Statewide Symposium
DESCRIPTION:April 19 & 20\, 2023\n8 AM – 4:30 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDesert Willow Conference Center \n4340 E. Cotton Center Boulevard \nPhoenix\, Arizona 85040 \nThe 2023 Statewide Symposium will return to an in-person event held once again at the Desert Willow Conference Center in Phoenix\, Arizona. The event\, taking place April 19-20\, 2023 will be the 13th year that the Arizona Coalition for Military Families has hosted the Statewide Symposium. The focus remains the same – connecting with partners to strengthen how we collectively care for\, serve\, support\, employ\, educate\, and assist the more than 500\,000 service members\, veterans\, and military-affiliated family members who call Arizona home. All are welcome and scholarships are available. For more information\, visit www.ArizonaCoalition.org/Symposium.\n  \nRegister Here\n2023 Agenda\n2023 Event Packet\n 
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/13th-annual-statewide-symposium-in-support-of-service-membersveterans-their-families/
LOCATION:Desert Willow Conference Center\, 4340 East Cotton Center Blvd.\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Coalition for Military Families":MAILTO:events@arizonzcoalition.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220505T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220505T110000
DTSTAMP:20220504T033930Z
CREATED:20220504T023806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T033930Z
UID:5576-1651743000-1651748400@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:VA Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Veterans and Community Stakeholders Urged to Attend VA Town Hall \nCONTACT: Dennis May\, 202-461-6191\, Dwayne E. Campbell\, 202-461-6191 \nThursday\, May 5\, 2022 from  9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (mountain) \nVA’s Advisory Committee on Minority Veterans\, in conjunction with the Center for Minority Veterans will be hosting a virtual Town Hall. Veterans and community stakeholders are invited to participate in a Veterans Town Hall to discuss how the VA is serving the needs of all Veterans. Representatives from Phoenix VA Health Care System\, National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona\, and Phoenix VA Regional Office will be present to answer questions and address concerns. \nMicrosoft Teams \nhttps://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetupjoin/19%3ameeting_NTA2Mjg2NDEtNzY5Yi00MGFiLThiYjYtYmI1ZGM4YmU4MGRi%40t hread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22e95f1b23-abaf-45ee-821db7ab251ab3bf%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22b6b2e349-543a-4e81-b2f9-f02c696390ca%22%7d \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 872-701-0185 \nPhone Conference ID: 472 361 940#
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/va-town-hall/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220422
DTSTAMP:20220214T204149Z
CREATED:20210830T171727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220214T204149Z
UID:3190-1650412800-1650585599@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:12th Annual Statewide Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Save-the-Date! The 2022 Statewide Symposium will take place on April 20 & 21\, 2022. \nLearn more and find a replay of the 2021 event at: ArizonaCoalition.org/Symposium
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/2022symposium/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Coalition for Military Families":MAILTO:events@arizonzcoalition.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220126T113000
DTSTAMP:20220108T221454Z
CREATED:20220108T221454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220108T221454Z
UID:4713-1643191200-1643196600@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:Arizona Faith Gathering
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to gather virtually with faith leaders to how to better support military-connected members of our community. Our special guest speakers\, VA Chaplains\, will share the spiritual journey of a veteran and why your support as part of the faith community is so essential in their lives. \nArizona Faith Gathering meetings take place quarterly and are open to all community members interested in expanding faith-based support to our military\, veteran\, and family population. Learn more about the Arizona Faith Network at www.ConnectVeterans.org/Faith and register for this virtual event at https://bit.ly/Jan26FaithEvent.
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/arizona-faith-gathering/
CATEGORIES:Faith Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Be Connected Faith Network":MAILTO:info@ArizonaCoalition.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220117T170000
DTSTAMP:20211101T185409Z
CREATED:20211101T185409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211101T185409Z
UID:3753-1636963200-1642438800@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:AZNext - Arizona State University
DESCRIPTION:Closing the Skills Gap to Build the Future Workforce\nAZNext is a training program designed to create a bold\, innovative\, and sustaining workforce development ecosystem that addresses the need for more skilled workers in IT\, cybersecurity\, and advanced manufacturing roles in Arizona and across the U.S. \nProvided at no cost to the participant. \nAZNext’s International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) Program is open for enrollment. You’ll learn the core knowledge needed in order to pass the IIBA Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) exam. The certificate credential is required by many employers who are seeking to fulfill IT Business Analyst roles within their organizations. IT Business Analysts bridge the technical and business sides of the organization to design\, develop and deploy digital technologies. \nWho Is This Course Designed For?\nProgram is accessible to anyone with an undergraduate degree (any discipline) or those who are in the senior year of their degree program. \nProgram Timeline\nThe program consists of 10 weeks of faculty-facilitated instruction including readings\, exercises\, and labs. A weekly online live lecture including industry professionals will discuss each week’s topics.\n• Week 1 – Tech in Business\n• Week 2 – Processes and Context\n• Week 3 – Requirements\n• Week 4 – Projects\n• Week 5 – Change and Risk\n• Week 6 – Agile Fundamentals\n• Week 7 – Business Modeling Fundamentals\n• Week 8 – Validating and Verifying Business Models\n• Week 8 – Developing Future State Business Model\n• Week 10 – IIBA Exam Prep/Career Development \nParticipants will contextualize what they are learning through relevant engagements with working business professionals. \nWhat You Will Receive\nUpon exam passage (cost covered by AZNext)\, participants will receive an IIBA Entry Certificate in Business Analysis. In addition\, participants will have access to AZNext’s network of industry partners for potential job placement. \nAdmission Requirements\nParticipants must be:\n• 17 years of age or older\n• A high school or GED graduate\n• Eligible to work in the U.S.\n• Interested in technology and project management \nApply at bit.ly/AZNextApply \nLearn More at wpcarey.asu.edu/aznext \nQuestions? Email AZNext@asu.edu
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/aznext-arizona-state-university/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Career Nav
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211029T113000
DTSTAMP:20210805T174624Z
CREATED:20210709T222152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210805T174624Z
UID:2854-1635501600-1635507000@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:Arizona Veteran Support Campus Training
DESCRIPTION:Staff and faculty of current and prospective Arizona Veteran Support Campuses are invited to participate in no-cost ongoing training focused on military/veteran culture and related topics. \nAVSCs are required to have key staff attend Military Cultural Awareness training. All Veteran Resource Center employees must attend. Overall 10% of all employees must participate in this or online\, asynchronous training. 25% of trained employees must be academic faculty members. \nRegister at https://avsctraining.eventbrite.com\nFor questions or more information\, email Events@ArizonaCoalition.org.
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/arizona-veteran-support-campus-training-10-2021/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom
CATEGORIES:AVSC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Coalition for Military Families":MAILTO:events@arizonzcoalition.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211021T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211021T123000
DTSTAMP:20210922T195627Z
CREATED:20210922T195627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T195627Z
UID:3347-1634803200-1634819400@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:Intimate Partner Violence (IVP) 1st Annual Summit
DESCRIPTION:VISN 22 – Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program (IPVAP) Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) 1st Annual Summit \nJoin us to build awareness about the Veteran’s experience of intimate partner violence and how we can work together to help support healthy relationships and provide important resources! \nThursday\, October 21 \n8:00 AM – 12:30 PM MST \nFeatured Speakers: \n\n\n\nVeteran Roweena Arasah: National Coalition Against Domestic Violence Speakers Bureau\nJosephine Ridley: The Intersection between Race and Intimate Partner Violence\nGwen Packard & Jacqueline Campbell: ourCircle App\nNational Domestic Violence Hotline\nVISN 22 IPVAP Coordinators Panel\n\n\n\nRegister Today! \nDownload the Summit Flyer
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/ivpsummit/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211019T173000
DTSTAMP:20211006T162641Z
CREATED:20211006T162456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211006T162641Z
UID:3378-1634659200-1634664600@connectveterans.org
SUMMARY:Veteran Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:Be Connected invites you to join us for an informal\, open discussion regarding the needs of veterans and their families in your community. We are interested in hearing from veterans with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Your input will help shape future veterans’ programs and resources in your area. \n  \nCOTTONWOOD\, AZ \nOctober 19\, 2021 | 1600 – 1730 MST \nA light dinner will be provided. Location will be emailed after registration. \n  \nSome of the topics we will explore include: \n\nWhat challenges do veterans face daily?\nWhat can cause a veteran to isolate\, feel alone\, and hopeless?\nAs experts in your community\, what are some additional needs or resources for veterans in the area?\nHow equipped are you and others in your community to help your fellow veterans?\nWhat would make you feel more equipped?\n\nTo thank you for your time\, all participants will receive a $35 WalMart gift card at the conclusion of the session. \nNote: The session will be audio recorded and participants will sign a release to use their input in developing veteran programs. No identifiable information (name\, etc.) will be retained nor included in any materials after the listening session. \n  \nRegister by 10/14 at https://form.jotform.com/211876757403058 \nQuestions? Email becket@arizonacoalition.org
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/veteran-listening-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210930T113000
DTSTAMP:20210909T181643Z
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SUMMARY:Career Navigation Plus
DESCRIPTION:Expanding Career Opportunities for Minority Veterans and Women Veterans in Arizona \nPROGRAM LAUNCH \nThursday\, September 30\, 2021 | 9:00 – 11:30 AM MST \nAttend virtually or on-site in locations statewide \nWorkforce stakeholders are invited to the program launch of Career Navigation Plus. Hear from project partners\, learn how Minority Veteran and Women Veteran career seekers can benefit from this program\, and learn how to nominate career seekers. \nCareer Navigation Plus program participants will receive: \n• $100 toward essential needs upon enrollment (e.g. gas\, food\, utility bill\, etc.) \n• Personalized resource review \n• Career navigation assessment \n• Ongoing career navigation support\, training and resources for career readiness and placement \n• $150 toward essential needs upon program completion \nThere is space for 100 Veterans in this program. Nominations for program participation will be accepted through December 15 or when the program is at capacity. Veterans can nominate themselves or be nominated by workforce stakeholders and others in the community. \nDownload the program’s printable flyer here. \nRegister for the event at https://bit.ly/BCCNPlus \nNominate yourself or someone you know: https://form.jotform.com/212304463975154 \nHave questions\, need help enrolling or finding a location for the launch event? Email events@arizonacoalition.org or call 866-4AZ-VETS (429-8387).
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/career-navigation-plus/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Career Nav
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Coalition for Military Families":MAILTO:events@arizonzcoalition.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210825T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210825T170000
DTSTAMP:20210813T232309Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210813T232309Z
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SUMMARY:Connecting Arizona
DESCRIPTION:Arizona Coalition for Military Families “Be Connected” Career Navigation Program Information Session hosted by the Hiring Our Heroes Military Spouse Professional Network \nJoin Hiring our Heroes Military Spouse Professional Network Arizona Lead and Shelby Alavekios – a proud military spouse\, workforce professional and lead of the Military Spouse Initiative – for a virtual fireside chat that you do not want to miss! \nShelby will explain how military spouses\, partners\, and family members can get ahead in the job market by connecting with the right resource at the right time. \nRegister at https://bit.ly/Aug25Event
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/connecting-arizona-2021/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210609T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210609T120000
DTSTAMP:20210510T173819Z
CREATED:20210510T123327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T173819Z
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SUMMARY:Mil/Vet Faith-Based Summit
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 9\, 2021 | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM\nYou are invited to an online summit hosted by the Arizona Coalition for Military Families\, Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services and Be Connected program\, in partnership with the Governor’s Office of Youth\, Faith and Family. Join faith-based communities and members from around Arizona as we strengthen faith-based support for all service members\, veterans and their families. \nFeatured Speakers:\nMaria Christina Fuentes\nDirector\, Governor’s Office of Youth\, Faith and Family\nWanda Wright\, Col (Ret.)\, MBA\, MPA\, MEd\nDirector\, Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services\nMike Wold\nRegional Coordinator\, Institute for Healing of Memories North America\nThomas Winkel\, MA\, LPC\, NCC\nDirector\, Arizona Coalition for Military Families \nThere is no cost to attend this summit. Please register online by June 4th: \nwww.BeConnectedFaithNetwork.eventbrite.com
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/mil-vet-faith-based-summit/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference Center
CATEGORIES:Summit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Coalition for Military Families":MAILTO:events@arizonzcoalition.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210421T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210422T120000
DTSTAMP:20230731T000724Z
CREATED:20210301T150016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T000724Z
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SUMMARY:11th Annual Statewide Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The 11th Annual Statewide Symposium in Support of Service Members\, Veterans & Their Families looks different this year. The 11th annual event is being held virtually for the first time (after being canceled in 2020). \nApril 21 & 22\, 2021 \n8:30 – 12:00 each day \nThanks to our event partners\, including the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services\, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs\, USAA & APS\, there is no registration fee for the event\, which will be held in our new virtual conference Center. \nNote: All sessions were recorded and are available here: https://www.acmfeventcenter.org/agenda
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/2021-statewide-symposium/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference Center
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Coalition for Military Families":MAILTO:events@arizonzcoalition.org
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