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I asked a Navy Captain this question today and the response that I got was (and I quote); "that's above my paygrade". Why doesn't the Navy have Training Ships (USS Sable and the USS Wolverine, for example) anymore? This would be the first thing that I'd ask the first gentleman or lady wearing stars that asks for questions. I am asking this in regards to actively training the Active Reserves. We are not being utilized. How are we always out of money? One of the great headaches before I retire, is the idea of not being useful to my country's service. Simply going through the motions and checking the Medical and GMTs Online boxes is never useful. Maybe one that actually floats and goes to sea. COMPTUEX wouldn't need to be all that complicated, because every ship has to get certified. They had them in WW1 and WW2, why are they not deemed a good idea anymore? Are they not cost effective? U.S. Navy Reserve #USNAVY #NavyTraining #TrainingVessel https://lnkd.in/eGNKs8ud

#BestForVets: ECPI University is just one of the colleges and universities that offers resources tailored to fit the needs of veterans, reflected in the 2023 Military Times Best for Vets Colleges rankings. The rankings evaluate higher education institutions on their programs, training and support infrastructure for veterans, who often face challenges that are significantly different from civilian students. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gk2hZ7sd #ECPI #Veterans #military

This #MemorialDay, we pay tribute to everyone who died while serving the U.S. Armed Forces. But, I would be remiss if I didn’t also talk about the incredibly hard and unfair transition to civilian life hundreds of thousands of survivors undergo each year. Did you know that despite comprising 5.8% of the labor force, veterans experience a lower labor force participation rate compared to nonveterans? BUT, we also need to discuss how the U.S. military has historically targeted on underrepresented populations for service. In fact, a Dec. 2022 The New York Times report highlighted how thousands of public high school students in majority poor, Black and Brown districts are funneled into the U.S. military’s Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program. How can we better support our veterans in their transition to civilian life, while also acknowledging the innate problems with the U.S. “War Machine” complex? Let’s discuss in the comments below. #MemorialDay #Veterans #TransitiontoCivilianLife #JenniferTardyConsulting

Working on my doctorate, I initially struggled with how to tailor my research. With the help of Dashan Jamel Axson-Lawrence, M.Ed, M.S., B.A., I found my footing when I chose the topic of "Enhancing the Recruitment of Non-Degreed Military Veterans." I've received some great feedback, and the next step is to further my research and meet with lawmakers here in Washington to create laws to combat the high unemployment rate of our nation’s finest—veterans. Excited for the journey ahead! 🤞🏿✊🏿#VeteranSupport #DoctorateJourney #ResearchAndPolicy

“Driving the growth is the successful Future Soldier Prep Course, which was created at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, in August 2022 as a new way to bolster enlistments. That program gives lower-performing recruits up to 90 days of academic or fitness instruction to help them meet military standards and move on to basic training.” The U.S. Army is now about 30% diverse; non-white male. The percetange of diverse recruits successfully graduating from the Future Soldiers Prep Course is about double that - 60%. While only about 30% of all recruits will come from this training it will significantly increase the diversity of the U.S. Army. And, since changes to VA benifts in 2010 that pays for 100% of the costs for a Vet’s college education, 80% of those enlistees leaving the service has used them to get a college education. The U.S. military is evolving its self and changing U.S. Society.

Skillbridge is an amazing concept that, if performed to standard by DOD policy, would positively impact so many service members. This is one more example of groupthink and bias clouding policy. According to Marine Corps Recruiting Command, the Marine Corps has 3 missions: 1. We make Marines 2. We win our Nation's battles 3. We return quality citizens. Once again, this time in a Marines most vulnerable stage of their personal and professional lives, we have to do more with less. I have personally lost job opportunities due to local commanders putting restrictions on this DOD policy. Now, without simply complaining and with the goal of making it better for both the Organization and our servicemembers, I have an idea. I call it, the Summer Internship Program. Simply stated, move the 180 days of skill bridge from the terminal portion of a Marines career, and allow servicemembers to apply to companies and work as interns for 30 days each summer. This can be done on-site, hybrid, or virtually based on today's job market. This will allow three things to happen; 1. The servicemember gets exposure to the industry outside the military and in doing so, gains a clearer picture of what they would like to decide moving forward (reenlistment or separation). 2. The organization and its units can stagger this like any other program which requires planning and preparation (like the calibrations program). 3. Companies have a chance to familiarize themselves with potential future employees and build pipelines into the active duty community. Returning servicemembers can and WILL talk about their experiences with their contemporaries and this will encourage more to seek employment with those companies. I know this requires patience, and adaptation of concepts which for certain servicemembers may be challenging. It certainly doesn't fill all the gaps, but it's better than dangling a carrot only to use the very stick that you hang it to lead. Our servicemembers deserve more, from the 20-year servicemember who always gave in to 'the needs of the Corps', to the first termer who has just begun their professional careers and seeks change. We all deserve better than that.

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Carlos Ruiz, emphasizes the importance of improving barracks conditions for enlisted Marines. He believes that if the military expects volunteers to serve, it is essential to provide them with safe and comfortable living spaces. Ruiz compares Marines to Division I athletes, stating that they deserve proper support. The Marine Corps has unveiled its Barracks 2030 plan, which aims to revamp living quarters and address issues such as mold and broken appliances. The plan requires a significant investment, with $274 million allocated for barracks modernization in Fiscal Year 2025. The United States Marine Corps has also requested an additional $230 million for this purpose. Ruiz assures that Marines are not asking for luxury, but rather for decent living conditions while fulfilling their duty. The focus on improving barracks aligns with the Corps' commitment to both modernization and the well-being of its personnel. #USMC #MarineCorps #BarracksImprovement #EnlistedMarines #MilitaryHousing #Barracks2030 #InfrastructureInvestment #SafetyandComfort #MarineWellbeing #MilitaryModernization #SupportOurTroops #InvestInOurMilitary #MilitaryLife #MarineLeadership