Category: Community
Virtual Women Veterans Leadership Summit
New Jersey Women Veterans Leadership Summit to Take Place Virtually on June 8 The New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Office of Women Veterans will host the upcoming Virtual Women Veterans Leadership Summit on Monday, June 8, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM via Microsoft Teams. Centered around the theme “Leading with Purpose.
Smiles, Support, and Service: Free Dental Care for Veterans in West Orange
On Saturday, June 13, veterans in New Jersey will have access to an incredible day of free care, community support, and connection at the annual Smiles for Our Heroes event in West Orange. Hosted at 49 Mount Pleasant Avenue in West Orange, this special event runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and offers free
Veterans — You May Be Missing Out on This (Free Resource)
If you’re not signed up for Navy Federal Credit Union, it’s worth taking a second look. Not just for banking—but for access to tools like Single Stop, which helps you quickly find out what benefits and support you qualify for (housing, food assistance, childcare, financial help, and more… all in one place). Who Can Join Navy Federal?
Garden State Comics Fest Returns with Free Tickets for Veterans and Responders
For the fourth year in a row, the Garden State Comics Fest is proudly teaming up with the New Jersey Veterans Network (NJVN) to make sure veterans and first responders can enjoy the fun at no cost. This year’s Winterfest takes place January 24th and January 25th at the Sussex County Fairgrounds, located at 37
What’s New in Veteran Housing: Programs, Supports, and Expansion
LA County Launches Veteran Housing Navigation Program Los Angeles County has introduced the Veteran Housing Navigation Program, a new initiative designed to speed up the process of placing homeless and justice-involved veterans into permanent housing. The program places housing navigator teams in each of the county’s five supervisorial districts. These teams help veterans actively search
Your Voice Matters. Help Shape the Path Forward for 2026
On December 18th, the New York City Council held its final meeting of 2025. During that session, Council members passed 51 separate bills representing nearly every interest group across the city. Yet the entire Veterans Legislative Package was blocked. Rather than allowing a transparent vote, City Council leadership relied on procedural tactics to quietly shut
Winter Healing Hikes With YWCA NNJ and Flat Rock Brook
Winter Healing Hikes With YWCA NNJ and Flat Rock Brook Looking for a gentle way to reconnect, recharge, and find community this winter? YWCA Northern New Jersey, in partnership with Flat Rock Brook, is offering a series of Winter Healing Hikes designed to support mental health, reduce isolation, and promote healing through time in nature.
The Power of Connection: Veterans Speaker Series and Laptop Giveaway Coming to Jersey City
The Power of Connection: Veterans Speaker Series and Laptop Giveaway Coming to Jersey City Jersey City is bringing inspiration, community, and digital empowerment to local veterans with a special event called The Power of Connection. Hosted by the Jersey City Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Veteran Affairs, this gathering is designed to