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4.03.26 | Employment

The Employment Situation of Veterans – March 2026


On April 3rd, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that employment increased by 178,000 in March, and the unemployment rate changed little at 4.3 percent. Job gains occurred in health care, in construction, and in transportation and warehous... Read More ▶

3.31.26 | Employment

Military Spouse Employment Landscape: Trends, Barriers and Opportunities


This report offers a comprehensive look at the employment conditions of active-duty military spouses. It examines labor force participation, income trends, occupational segmentation, employer hiring practices, and policy considerations. It also outli... Read More ▶

3.23.26 | Health & Wellness

Understanding Women’s Transitions from Military to Department of Veterans Affairs Care


Over the past two decades, increasing numbers of women have served in the military, with women now comprising 17.3% of active-duty personnel and 21.4% of National Guard and reserves. During military service, women often incur painful musculoskeletal ... Read More ▶

3.09.26 | Employment

The Employment Situation of Veterans – February 2026


On March 6th, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that employment edged down by 92,000 in February, and the unemployment rate changed little at 4.4 percent. Employment in health care decreased, reflecting strike activity. Employment in info... Read More ▶

2.13.26 | Employment

The Employment Situation of Veterans – January 2026


On February 11th, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that employment rose by 130,000 in January, and the unemployment rate changed little at 4.3 percent. Job gains occurred in health care, social assistance, and construction, while federal... Read More ▶

2.12.26 | Families

2025 Military Family Lifestyle Survey Results


The results developed by IVMF, focus on post-service outcomes for veteran families, including transition experiences, financial stability, and community connection. The full report includes more details about the survey and additional findings on act... Read More ▶

2.09.26 | Community Support

Black Veterans’ Insight on Racial Disparities in Military Administrative Separations


Black Veterans’ Insight on Racial Disparities in Military Administrative Separations... Read More ▶

1.23.26 | Entrepreneurship

The Emergence and Impact of the Military Veteran Entrepreneurship Industry


In the past decade, the Veteran Entrepreneurship Industry (VEI) has seen a remarkable expansion in the U.S., yet its effectiveness remains largely unexplored.... Read More ▶

1.09.26 | Employment

The Employment Situation of Veterans – December 2025


On January 9th , the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that employment changed little in December (+50,000) continuing the long-term trend. The December unemployment rate, at 4.6 percent, was little changed from November. Employment notably i... Read More ▶

12.16.25 | Employment

The Employment Situation of Veterans – November 2025


On December 12th, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that employment changed little in November (+64,000) and has shown little net change since April. In November, the unemployment rate, at 4.6 percent, was little changed from September. E... Read More ▶

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