Eight Dynamic and Proven Leaders Represent Changing Face of Veteran Community WASHINGTON, DC (February 18, 2021) –  Today, Minority Veterans of America (MVA), is incredibly proud to announce its newly formed Board of Directors. The eight-person Board brings unique and varied experience to the organization, as well as a steadfast commitment to meeting the needs … MVA Announces Next Generation Board Uniquely Equipped to Address Minority Veteran Issues Read More » The post MVA Announces Next Generation Board Uniquely Equipped to Address Minority Veteran Issues first appeared on Minority Vete ..read more

Following the failed insurrection attempt of January 6, 2021, the undersigned organizations, who serve members of our military, veterans, caregivers, and their families, join in condemning this violent attack on our country, our democracy, and our Constitution.  We affirm our commitment to the US Constitution, our free and fair elections, and the tradition of a … Statement on the Peaceful Transfer of Power Read More » The post Statement on the Peaceful Transfer of Power first appeared on Minority Veterans of America ..read more

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Minority Veterans of America Calls for Resignation of VA Top Brass and Congressional Ethics Investigation into Rep. Dan Crenshaw [Seattle, WA – December 12, 2020] This week, multiple veterans service organizations called for the resignation of Veterans Affairs Secretary Wilkie, in light of his retaliation against a survivor of sexual assault. In response, the Department issued a statement … Minority Veterans of America Calls for Resignation of VA Top Brass and Congressional Ethics Investigation into Rep. Dan Crenshaw Read More » The pos ..read more

Members of the MVA Community, January 6th, 2021 was a moment that will live in the minds and memories of all who were alive to witness it. A stunning image of violence aimed at preventing the hard fought progress and change that the American people had demanded unfolded on the steps of our nation’s capital. … MVA Statement on January 6th Insurrection Anniversary Read More » The post MVA Statement on January 6th Insurrection Anniversary first appeared on Minority Veterans of America ..read more

By Camden Ador This speech originally presented at Fight The Ban – New York City, April 13th, 2019 Good morning everyone, my name is Camden. I’m a transgender man, US Navy veteran, and visual artist. When I was asked if I wanted to speak today, my first thought was yes, this is amazing! But then … “Making a Fuss” Read More » The post “Making a Fuss” first appeared on Minority Veterans of America ..read more

In Testimony Before Joint Committees, MVA Lays Out Major Policy Priorities to Protect Vulnerable Veterans WASHINGTON, DC (March 3, 2021) – Today, Minority Veterans of America (MVA) Co-Founder and Executive Director, Lindsay Church, presented testimony before a joint session of the House and Senate Committees on Veterans’ Affairs on MVA’s policy priorities. In a first … MVA Co-Founder to Congress: This is the Moment to Regain Trust & Confidence of Minority Veterans Read More » The post MVA Co-Founder to Congress: This is the Moment to Regain Trust & Confidence of Minority Veterans first ..read more

Minority Veterans to Benefit from New Policies Surrounding Care for LGBTQ Veterans WASHINGTON, DC (February 23, 2021) – Today, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced a plan to comprehensively review all policies relating to the care of LGBTQ veterans, family members, caregivers, survivors, and employees. This review will encompass a full assessment of current policies to … MVA: VA Headway to Address LGBTQ Discrimination Welcome First Step Read More » The post MVA: VA Headway to Address LGBTQ Discrimination Welcome First Step first appeared on Minority Veterans of America ..read more

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MVA Reacts to Confirmation of Denis McDonough as Secretary of Veterans Affairs: Minority Veterans Must be Focus of New Administration WASHINGTON, DC (February 9, 2021) – Yesterday, by a vote of 87-7, Denis McDonough was confirmed as the next Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Minority Veterans of America (MVA) … MVA Reacts to Confirmation of Denis McDonough as Secretary of Veterans Affairs: Minority Veterans Must be Focus of New Administration Read More » The post MVA Reacts to Confirmation of Denis McDonough as Secretary of Veterans Affairs: Minority V ..read more

Members of the MVA family, It has been seven days since a deadly attack was mounted on our country and democracy.  I come to you today in grief and anger, but also with a message of resolve: change is within our grasp. We, the People, will persist.  As a country, we sit on the precipice … Minority Veterans of America Statement on Capitol Insurrection Read More » The post Minority Veterans of America Statement on Capitol Insurrection first appeared on Minority Veterans of America ..read more

by Lindsay Church I came out of the closet in 2003, a few months after I graduated high school. Before coming out, I remember walking the halls of my high school and being taunted by football players who would hurl their favorite nicknames at me that included “butch”, “dyke”, and other creative names they would … Pride: It’s Not a Parade, It’s a March Read More » The post Pride: It’s Not a Parade, It’s a March first appeared on Minority Veterans of America ..read more