1943 – DAVWW becomes DAV

DAV

June 13th is National Posttraumatic Growth Day. It’s part of National PTSD Awareness Month and was initiated by the Boulder Crest Foundation to recognize that veterans and others impacted by trauma can experience profound growth and transformation. Together, let’s shift the focus beyond the struggle that trauma causes to acknowledge the strength and resilience that can be found in the journey of healing. ... Read MoreSee Less

DAV

Please congratulate the DAV Patriot Boot Camp 2026 Spring Cohort! To our newest alumni: We hope you’re feeling motivated and supported as you return to your ventures with the knowledge, skills and ideas you’ve gained over the past week. A huge thank you to all of our participants, mentors and speakers for making it possible! ... Read MoreSee Less

DAV

Today marks the 78th anniversary of the signing of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act into law by President Truman. It enabled women to serve as permanent, regular members of the military. Although Congress had given the Women’s Army Corps full Army status during wartime in 1943, the WAC law was set to expire on June 30, 1948.

DAV strives to ensure women veterans receive the healthcare they’ve earned through their service, including gender specific care that is unique to women veterans. Learn more at womenveterans.org. ... Read MoreSee Less