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27 October 2017

Officers' Association

Army, Employment, Event, Launch, Marines, Navy, Officers, RAF, Royal Air Force, Royal Marines, Royal Navy

Stars Rally for Veteran Employment

Joanna Lumley, Ray Winstone and Richard Wilson are some of the celebrities starring in three short films promoting military veteran employment.

The celebrities highlight the skills veterans can bring to employers, and some of the barriers that need to be overcome for them to secure new fulfilling careers when they leave the military. Other celebrity appearances include Claire Balding, Hugh Bonneville, ‘Judge’ Rob Rinder, Larry Lamb, Matt Barber, Nick Knowles, Paul Copley. Some of the biggest veteran employers in the UK are also involved, such as BT, Alexander Mann Solutions, Deloitte, Jaguar Land Rover as well as veterans themselves.

26 October 2017

Walking With The Wounded

Christmas, Event, fundraising, Veterans, Welfare

Walking Home For Christmas 2017

Join thousands of people determined to serve those who served us and do something different to make a difference!

Christmas is great if you have a home, a family, a job. It can be hard if you don’t.

YOU can help us treble the number of wounded ex-servicemen and women that we support back into society and give back their purpose, simply by going for a walk.

26 October 2017

Walking With The Wounded

Event, fundraising, North East, Veterans, Welfare

Wednesday 1st November – Walking With The Wounded host a supporters’ drinks evening in Newcastle

Newcastle, join Walking With The Wounded at Scalini’s Loft Bar on Osborne Road, Newcastle upon Tyne for an informal drinks evening with an update on the charity and hear how you can become an ambassador for our Walking Home For Christmas campaign.

Military charity Walking With The Wounded (WWTW) is estimating it will treble the number of ex-servicemen and women it supports in 2018, following a 97% increase last year to more than 1,000. With Christmas fast approaching, for many a time of financial pressure and loneliness, more ex-service personnel than ever require support. “I realise that I have made a few mistakes in my life but the help I have received has been the stepping stone for me to make my life better and support my family,” says Simon from Sunderland who joined the Parachute Regiment in 2006, aged 17.

26 October 2017

Blind Veterans UK

Disability Support, Event, Veterans, Welfare

Blind veteran from London releases book of 300 one-liners to enrich your day

A blind veteran from London has today (25/10) released his own book, entitled Wisdom & Wordplay, which has today become a best-seller.

Robert Eddison has written a book of 300 original one-line aphorisms, covering around 150 subjects, ranging from food to political correctness. Alongside a long career as a highly-respected journalist and playwright, Robert has recorded every original thought he has had since June 1997.

He says: “I’m very excited about the publication of Wisdom & Wordplay. It’s another red letter day in my varied life, but it’s all constellating around one area – writing. You’ve got the journalism; you’ve got the public speaking; you’ve got the playwriting and now you’ve got the book!

23 October 2017

The Not Forgotten

Award, Event, Navy, Remembrance, Royal Navy, Veteran, Welfare

Royal Navy Veteran Receives Award

Congratulations to 92 year old Royal Navy veteran Cyril Banks, who received a best Magazine Heroes Award on Tuesday 17th October, in recognition of all his fundraising efforts for the military community! Cyril dedicates much of his time to supporting the Armed Forces community and is a long-standing friend of the Association.

23 October 2017

Walking With The Wounded

Children, Christmas, Event, Families, fundraising, Mental Health, Roadshow, Support, Veterans, Welfare

Norfolk, be part of a fun campaign this festive season to ensure our wounded ex-servicemen and women don’t spend another Christmas apart from their loved ones

Military charity Walking With The Wounded (WWTW) is estimating it will treble the number of ex-servicemen and women it supports in 2018, following a 97% increase last year to more than 1,000. With Christmas fast approaching, for many a time of financial pressure and loneliness, more ex-service personnel than ever require support. “WWTW, Project Nova and Step into Health have all given me a lot of support and direction. The harsh reality is that without this support I would probably have ended up in jail,” says Sean from Norwich, who served as an Infantry gunner in 26 Regiment Royal Artillery for 6 years.

This December, Walking With The Wounded is asking the people of Norfolk to sign up to their Christmas appeal, Walking Home For Christmas, to raise vital funds for those wounded who have little to look forward to this upcoming festive season.

23 October 2017

Walking With The Wounded

Children, Christmas, Event, Families, fundraising, Mental Health, Roadshow, Support, Veterans, Welfare

Londoners, we need you! Be part of a fun campaign this festive season to ensure our wounded ex-servicemen and women don’t spend another Christmas apart from their loved ones

Military charity Walking With The Wounded (WWTW) is estimating it will treble the number of ex-servicemen and women it supports in 2018, following a 97% increase last year to more than 1,000. With Christmas fast approaching, for many a time of financial pressure and loneliness, more ex-service personnel than ever require support. “I am starting to lead a near-enough normal life…I’m a lot closer to it now than I was 2-3 years ago,” says Michael from London who joined the Royal Green Jackets in 1999.

This December, Walking With The Wounded is asking London to sign up to their Christmas appeal, Walking Home For Christmas, to raise vital funds for those wounded who have little to look forward to this upcoming festive season.

23 October 2017

Officers' Association

Army, Employment, Event, Navy, Officers, RAF, Royal Air Force, Royal Marines, Royal Navy, Transition, Veterans, Webinar, Welfare

Speakers Announced for OA Employment Symposium in London

Industry experts will share their knowledge on building a career after the military.

The OA Employment Symposium in London is the ‘must attend event’ for officers looking to get a head start in their next career after leaving the Services. Bringing together serving and former officers, key employers and industry experts , the day involves breakout sessions and talks, covering industry insights and career advice.

23 October 2017

Officers' Association

Army, Bristol, Employment, Event, Navy, Officers, RAF, Royal Air Force, Royal Marines, Royal Navy, Transition, Veterans, Welfare

22nd November – Network to Develop Your Leadership Style, by Stephen Fletcher

Stephen Fletcher, Founder of The Leaders Club, discusses leadership and how our networking event in Bristol will help you.

About Stephen
Stephen Fletcher is the founder and Chief Executive of The Leaders Club (TLC).

What is The Leaders Club (TLC)?
TLC is a networking organisation for inspiring and developing leaders founded in 2009. Its motto is ‘Bringing Great Minds Together’, and the group invites industry experts to speak at events.

23 October 2017

Officers' Association

Army, Employment, Event, Navy, Officer, Officers, RAF, Royal Air Force, Royal Marines, Royal Navy, Transition, Veterans, Webinar, Welfare

25th October 2017: BlackRock Transition Workshop – Edinburgh

If you are in your last 12 months of service or within 12 months of leaving the Armed Forces and looking to transition into a career within financial services, then sign up to the BlackRock Edinburgh Transition Workshop. BlackRock offers an exciting prospect for anyone interested in a financial or technology based career in a fast moving and ever changing environment.

BlackRock is a global investment firm, trusted to manage more assets than any other. Its clients are companies, governments, foundations, and millions of individuals saving for retirement, their children’s educations, and a better life. BlackRock is passionate about providing products and services that can help them build a strong financial future.

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