Over the past year, the Centre for Evidence for the Armed Forces Community, funded by FiMT, conducted research to understand the perceived benefits of military Service.
The OUTCOMES study has begun to address an important evidence gap and will contribute to the development of more balanced perceptions of Service, with important implications for post-Service transition and Armed Forces recruitment.
Key Findings:
- Military Service provides the opportunity to develop many high-level and unique skills, and exposure to distinct and exceptional experiences. Such skills and experiences can lead to social, emotional, and psychological growth, as well as upward social mobility.
- However, to benefit from these opportunities, Service leavers must put effort and have agency in their transition and navigate competing military and civilian identities.
- Good quality leadership and support both during Service and through transition, which recognises and supports varied Service experiences (based on gender, age, branch, rank, discharge type), is vital.
Read the research summary report to learn more about how the Centre conducted this timely research, the full findings, and the recommendations for the Ministry of Defence, Armed Forces leadership, employers, ex-Service personnel, and wider society.
Let the Centre team know what you think and get in touch if you have any feedback, comments, or questions at team@centreforevidence.org
