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“I want to send a very clear message to the men and women who are wearing – or who have worn – our country’s uniform and to their spouses: when you have finished your service to our nation, you’ve got 2,000 great American companies ready and waiting to bring you on board”
– Michelle Obama, August 22, 2012
President Obama believes that no veteran should have to fight for a job at home after they fight for our nation overseas.
Companies across America are answering the call to recruit, hire, promote and retain military spouses in portable careers
Governors in 22 states have signed laws that make it easier for military spouses to do the jobs they are trained to do
Find information on Supporting Military Spouse License Portability
The United States Tennis Association has introduced tennis to more than 100,000 military service members and their families, introducing them to the physical and psychological health benefits of the game.
Veterans discuss how the Joining Forces initiative to increase veterans’ employment helped them find jobs as they transitioned to civilian life.
First Lady Michelle Obama announces that 2,000 companies have hired or trained an amazing 125,000 veterans and military spouses in the past year through Joining Forces.