Veterans & Military Families
Research, Analysis, and Policy Recommendations on Veteran Transition
The Bush Institute Military Service Initiative works to increase knowledge and raise awareness on pressing issues facing our post-9/11 veterans. On this page, you will find resources for veteran service support organizations produced by the Veteran Wellness Alliance and Economic Opportunity Task Force, including research and policy development.
Resource · Feb 17, 2021
George W. Bush Institute and IVMF Post-9/11 Veterans Survey Results (January 2021)
<p><span>Survey</span><span> to identify i</span><span>ssues</span><span> facing pos</span><span>t-9/11 </span><span>veterans rel</span><span>ated to three broa</span><span>d areas: education, e</span><span>mp</span><span>loyment, an</span><span>d health and w</span><span>ellbeing.</span></p>
Policy Recommendations · Jan 14, 2021
Advancing Outcomes for Our Post-9/11 Veterans and Their Families
A new presidential administration and a new Congress make this the optimal time to take a fresh look at the strategies, policies, programs, and resources that can empower veterans and their families to successfully reenter civilian life and continue to lead for years to come.
Resource · Nov 11, 2014
My America: Navigating the Post-9/11 Veteran Landscape
<p>As my military service comes to an end, I see a range of possibilities and a host of new challenges. Many of my peers will transition with relative ease to the civilian world. We’ve overcome a host of daunting obstacles throughout our military careers, developing a set of strengths and talents often unique to our population, so establishing new patterns, learning new systems, and determining the right education and the right profession to pursue are challenges we are eager to face head-on.</p>
Resource · Feb 19, 2014
I Am a Post-9/11 Veteran
<p>I am one of the more than 2.5 million Americans who has served my country in a military uniform since the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001.</p>
Veteran Education
Resource · Nov 4, 2022
Enrolling and Supporting Student Veterans
The Right Thing for Higher Education
Report · Jul 30, 2021
Veterans Program Policy Recommendations for Institutions of Higher Learning
The Veteran Higher Education Task Force convened from various educational sectors to develop six key policy recommendations for institutions of higher learning.