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NYC's Commitment to LGBTQ+ Veterans
New York City stands proudly with LGBTQ+ Veterans, offering support through inclusive resources, dedicated programs, and a commitment to honoring their service and unique needs. This vibrant Veteran community ensures no Veteran feels left behind. To link up and see how DVS can assist you, visit nyc.gov/vetconnect and fill out the "VetConnectNYC Request Form" to connect with our team.
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National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic
Application Period Open
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The National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic (NDVGC) is a week-long adaptive golf program that is presented by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and DAV (Disabled American Veterans). This annual event promotes rehabilitation by instructing Veterans with specific life-changing disabilities in adaptive golf.
The event provides eligible Veterans with an opportunity to participate in therapeutic adaptive sporting and other recreational activities; which demonstrates that having a visual impairment or physical disability is a conquerable obstacle to an active, fulfilling and rewarding life. In addition to adaptive golf Veterans will be introduced to other adaptive recreational sports.
For a list of qualifying disabilities, visit their page here, or contact Nick Beelner at (319) 358-5963 or Nicholas.Beelner@va.gov
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Exit12 Stories of War: Workshops + Performance
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For military members, veterans and their family members.
Workshops: Monday, April 7, 14, 21 & 28, May 5, 12 & 19 | 6:30-8:30pm ET
Final Workshop: Wednesday, May 28 (to be confirmed)
Performance: Friday, May 30 | 6:30-9:30pm ET
Over eight weeks, Exit12's workshops foster expression, connection, and healing through movement. These guided movement explorations investigate themes of identity, resilience, and life transitions. Partner and group exercises promote collaboration and trust building, allowing participants to reflect and share their stories in their culminating performance on May 30, 2025. Movement created during the workshop series will be presented in a public performance at the Intrepid Museum, followed by a post-show dialogue with the audience.
Exit12 is looking for military members, veterans, and their families in the NYC metro area to join them. Participants will receive a stipend and travel reimbursement. No prior dance experience is needed; modifications will be made to ensure all attendees can participate fully.
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Blue Star Families
Mission: Fatherhood
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Blue Star Families' DEPLOY, Cyber Security Fellow Benjamin Saldana wants to hear from the dads! Benjamin is a proud male military spouse and U.S. Air Force Veteran looking for an empowering and open conversation designed specifically for service members and Veterans with children.
In these sessions, Benjamin is eager to hear directly from the dads and create a space to share experiences, lessons, and insights on being the best version of yourself at home while serving or navigating life after service. This is a unique opportunity to connect, build community, and gain valuable perspectives on balancing duty, fatherhood, and personal growth.
Whether you're currently serving, a Veteran, or supporting your family in other meaningful ways, your voice matters here. Don't miss this chance to connect with like-minded fathers who understand the journey firsthand!
📅 Tuesday, March 4
⏰ 4:00pm – 5:00pm EST
📍 Zoom |
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Bob Woodruff Foundation | Our Veterans Calendar
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VETERAN NEWS
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) pauses billions of dollars in planned contract cuts
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The seal of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs as seen in Washington, D.C., June 21, 2013 (AP File Photo)
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By TARA COPP and CARLA K. JOHNSON
Updated 7:41 PM EST, February 26, 2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Department of Veterans Affairs has temporarily suspended billions of dollars in planned contract cuts following concerns that the move would hurt critical veterans’ health services, lawmakers and veterans service organizations said Wednesday.
The pause affects hundreds of VA contracts that Secretary Doug Collins a day earlier described as simply consulting deals, whose cancellation would save $2 billion as the Trump administration works to slash costs across the federal government.
“No more paying consultants to do things like make Power Point slides and write meeting minutes!” Collins posted to X Tuesday, in a post that was then lauded by Elon Musk, President Donald Trump’s cost-cutting chief at the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE. [READ MORE]
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More Veteran-related Headlines
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A Message From Mayor Adams:
Each week DVS shares a brief update about how our administration is getting stuff done for New Yorkers.
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Our administration works every day to create a more affordable city, and that means building affordable housing in every neighborhood, in every borough. Last week, we announced the Coney Island redevelopment project that will build 1,500 new homes, make critical investments in new streets and sewers, reconstruct the historic boardwalk, and more. We’re ensuring this historic community is not only one of the best places to take your family for a fun day, but one of the best places to live and raise your family as well.
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Week in Review | February 15 - February 21
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We want to showcase Veteran work and help spread the word! This is a space for Veteran artists to express themselves in an authentic way.
Please email submissions to connect@veterans.nyc.gov with a brief bio, an artist statement, art medium, and your affiliation to the Veteran community.
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For current and former servicemembers ONLY.
📅 Tuesday, March 22
⏰ 4:30pm – 8:00pm ET
📍 The Intrepid Museum
Join fellow current and former servicemembers for an original performance by Bedlam’s Veteran Outreach Program aboard the historic aircraft carrier Intrepid. Members of Bedlam’s Veterans’ class will perform readings of original works inspired by their military service. Following the readings, there will be a Q&A session with the performers. After the performance, attendees can continue the conversation over a catered dinner.
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Join Our Team! Be Part of the Mission!
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Site Reliability Engineer - This position will support and develop the agency’s core business applications while providing secured network connectivity, asset management, and technical support for a highly mobile team.
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VA Work Study Positions at DVS
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The NYC Department of Veterans' Services (DVS) supports VA Work-Study Positions! Here is a current list of available VA Work-Study openings:
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NYC Civil Service Job Openings and Exams
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To view all available job listings, visit the exam board here!
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