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Communities Serve: Highlights For Local And Government Officials, Ryan Van Slyke, Nicholas Armstrong Sep 2019

Communities Serve: Highlights For Local And Government Officials, Ryan Van Slyke, Nicholas Armstrong

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This brief contains highlights for local and government officials from the article "Communities Serve: A Systematic Review of Needs Assessments on U.S. Veteran and Military-Connected Populations."


Communities Serve: Highlights For University And Academic Communities, Ryan Van Slyke, Nicholas Armstrong Sep 2019

Communities Serve: Highlights For University And Academic Communities, Ryan Van Slyke, Nicholas Armstrong

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This brief contains highlights for university and academic communities from the article "Communities Serve: A Systematic Review of Needs Assessments on U.S. Veteran and Military-Connected Populations."


Communities Serve: Highlights For Philanthropic And Community Organizations, Ryan Van Slyke, Nicholas Armstrong Sep 2019

Communities Serve: Highlights For Philanthropic And Community Organizations, Ryan Van Slyke, Nicholas Armstrong

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This brief contains highlights for philanthropic and community organizations from the article "Communities Serve: A Systematic Review of Needs Assessments on U.S. Veteran and Military-Connected Populations."


Communities Serve: Highlights For State Government Officials, Ryan Van Slyke, Nicholas Armstrong Sep 2019

Communities Serve: Highlights For State Government Officials, Ryan Van Slyke, Nicholas Armstrong

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This brief contains highlights for state government officials from the article "Communities Serve: A Systematic Review of Needs Assessments on U.S. Veteran and Military-Connected Populations."


Innovation In State Level Veterans Services: A Comprehensive Review, Case Highlights, And An Agenda For Enhanced State Impact, Zachary Huitink, Nicholas Armstrong, Nathaniel Birnbaum, Ryan Van Slyke Aug 2019

Innovation In State Level Veterans Services: A Comprehensive Review, Case Highlights, And An Agenda For Enhanced State Impact, Zachary Huitink, Nicholas Armstrong, Nathaniel Birnbaum, Ryan Van Slyke

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This technical report provides a comprehensive analysis of all 50 states. It gives insight into leading practices in veteran service delivery, describes how innovative policy is diffusing across state governments, and highlights ten of the top states in providing services to veterans at the state level.


Veteran Employment/Entrepreneurship Landscape: San Antonio-New Braunfels Metro Area, Rosalinda V. Maury, Brice M. Stone, Nicholas J. Armstrong, Misty Stutsman-Fox Jun 2019

Veteran Employment/Entrepreneurship Landscape: San Antonio-New Braunfels Metro Area, Rosalinda V. Maury, Brice M. Stone, Nicholas J. Armstrong, Misty Stutsman-Fox

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A targeted analysis of veteran entrepreneurial activity in the San Antonio/New Braunfels Metro Area that helps understand aspects about veteran business ownership and how to better support VOBs.


The Impact Of Tmf Initiatives On Thriving And Well-Being -- Technical Report, Bonnie Chapman Beers, Keoki Spaulding May 2019

The Impact Of Tmf Initiatives On Thriving And Well-Being -- Technical Report, Bonnie Chapman Beers, Keoki Spaulding

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The Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) conducted an evaluation to assess the effectiveness of Travis Manion Foundation (TMF) initiatives on improving the level of thriving and well-being among participating veterans, families of the fallen, and civilian members. For this study, the evaluation team used the Brief Inventory of Thriving (BIT) scale to determine the effect that program participation may have on individual thriving and well-being, in addition to supplementary questions about health, leadership, and community engagement. These measures were deployed as part of TMF’s first Annual Survey. Across 5 TMF programs, the IVMF evaluation found that participating in …


The Impact Of Tmf Initiatives On Thriving And Well-Being -- Travis Manion Foundation Character & Leadership Course Pilot Evaluation Report, Keoki Spaulding, Bonnie Chapman Beers May 2019

The Impact Of Tmf Initiatives On Thriving And Well-Being -- Travis Manion Foundation Character & Leadership Course Pilot Evaluation Report, Keoki Spaulding, Bonnie Chapman Beers

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The Institute for Veteran and Military Families (IVMF) conducted a pilot evaluation of Travis Manion Foundation’s Character Does Matter (CDM) program. The evaluation measured the impact of character and leadership education for youth—aged 12-18-- and identified key factors in a student’s success. Additionally, this evaluation identified areas to improve to maximize the impact for youth. Pilot survey data suggests the program has a positive effect on young adults’ attitudes toward both positive and negative behaviors. We found that that school aged young adults who participated in a CDM program had significant increases in caring, educational expectations, and prosocial attitudes. In …


Veteran Employment/Entrepreneurship Landscape: Washington D.C. Area, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University May 2019

Veteran Employment/Entrepreneurship Landscape: Washington D.C. Area, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University

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A targeted analysis of veteran entrepreneurial activity in the Washington Area that helps understand aspects about veteran business ownership and how to better support VOBs.


Veteran Employment/Entrepreneurship Landscape: Atlanta Metro Area, Rosalinda V. Maury, Brice M. Stone, Misty Stutsman-Fox, Nicholas Armstrong May 2019

Veteran Employment/Entrepreneurship Landscape: Atlanta Metro Area, Rosalinda V. Maury, Brice M. Stone, Misty Stutsman-Fox, Nicholas Armstrong

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A targeted analysis of veteran entrepreneurial activity in the Atlanta Metro Area that helps understand aspects about veteran business ownership and how to better support VOBs.


Impact Of Tmf Initiatives On Thriving And Well-Being -- Executive Summary, Bonnie Chapman Beers, Keoki Spaulding Mar 2019

Impact Of Tmf Initiatives On Thriving And Well-Being -- Executive Summary, Bonnie Chapman Beers, Keoki Spaulding

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The Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) conducted an evaluation to assess the effectiveness of Travis Manion Foundation (TMF) initiatives on improving the level of thriving and well-being among participating veterans, families of the fallen, and civilian members. For this study, the evaluation team used the Brief Inventory of Thriving (BIT) scale to determine the effect that program participation may have on individual thriving and well-being, in addition to supplementary questions about health, leadership, and community engagement. These measures were deployed as part of TMF’s first Annual Survey. Across 5 TMF programs, the IVMF evaluation found that participating in …


National Survey Of Military-Connected Entrepreneurs, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University Feb 2019

National Survey Of Military-Connected Entrepreneurs, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University

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This data brief is an overview of a multi-year study conucted by the IVMF.


Veteran Entrepreneur Activity: Texas Highlights, Rosalinda V. Maury, Brice M. Stone, Kicia Sears, Nicholas Armstrong Feb 2019

Veteran Entrepreneur Activity: Texas Highlights, Rosalinda V. Maury, Brice M. Stone, Kicia Sears, Nicholas Armstrong

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This research brief presents key highlights to better understand the trends in veteran entrepreneurial activity within the state of Texas.


2019 Annual Report, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University Jan 2019

2019 Annual Report, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University

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This report overviews the accomplishments of the IVMF during 2018-2019.


Access To Capital Challenges And Opportunities, Rosalinda V. Maury, Brice M. Stone, Kicia Sears, Andrew M. Sander Jan 2019

Access To Capital Challenges And Opportunities, Rosalinda V. Maury, Brice M. Stone, Kicia Sears, Andrew M. Sander

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This paper describes how veterans report financing their businesses, their potential difficulties accessing capital, and the potential reasons they may encounter credit and loan denials. We conclude with a discussion on the possible implications and put forward a preliminary argument for further study that would explore some of the more nuanced aspects of access to capital barriers. Helpful for veterans seeking information about financing their business.


Enhancing Veterans' Access To Stem Education And Careers: A Labor Market Analysis Of Veterans In The Stem Workforce, Rosalinda V. Maury, Nicholas Armstrong, Brice M. Stone Dec 2018

Enhancing Veterans' Access To Stem Education And Careers: A Labor Market Analysis Of Veterans In The Stem Workforce, Rosalinda V. Maury, Nicholas Armstrong, Brice M. Stone

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This research brief presents key highlights on recent veteran participation in the STEM workforce drawing upon an analysis of the American Community Survey (2012-2016), led by the U.S. Census Bureau.


Enhancing Veterans' Access To Stem Education And Careers: A Labor Market Analysis Of Veterans In The Stem Workforce, Rosalinda V. Maury, Nicholas Armstrong, Brice M. Stone Dec 2018

Enhancing Veterans' Access To Stem Education And Careers: A Labor Market Analysis Of Veterans In The Stem Workforce, Rosalinda V. Maury, Nicholas Armstrong, Brice M. Stone

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This research technical report presents key highlights on recent veteran participation in the STEM workforce drawing upon an analysis of the American Community Survey (2012-2016), led by the U.S. Census Bureau. From this data, the research team examined veteran participation across 49 distinct STEM occupations, which are grouped into the following five occupational clusters: Engineering, Information Technology and Computer Science, Life and Physical Sciences, Mathematics, and Supervisor/ Management of STEM occupations. Among other analyses, the research team identified year-over-year trends in veteran participation, geographic distribution, and comparisons to non-veterans across all STEM occupations.


Enhancing Veterans' Access To Stem Education And Careers: A Labor Market Analysis Of Veterans In The Stem Workforce - Infographic, Rosalinda Maury, Brice M. Stone, Nicholas Armstrong Dec 2018

Enhancing Veterans' Access To Stem Education And Careers: A Labor Market Analysis Of Veterans In The Stem Workforce - Infographic, Rosalinda Maury, Brice M. Stone, Nicholas Armstrong

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This research brief presents key highlights on recent veteran participation in the STEM workforce drawing upon an analysis of the American Community Survey (2012-2016), led by the U.S. Census Bureau. From this data, the research team examined veteran participation across 49 distinct STEM occupations, which are grouped into the following five occupational clusters: Engineering, Information Technology and Computer Science, Life and Physical Sciences, Mathematics, and Supervisor/ Management of STEM occupations. Among other analyses, the research team identified year-over-year trends in veteran participation, geographic distribution, and comparisons to non-veterans across all STEM occupations.


Engaging Veteran-Owned Businesses: Leading Practices For Corporate Supplier Diversity, Elissa Gibbs, Misty Stutsman-Fox Oct 2018

Engaging Veteran-Owned Businesses: Leading Practices For Corporate Supplier Diversity, Elissa Gibbs, Misty Stutsman-Fox

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Veteran employment continues to be an integral part of many companies' veteran strategy; notwithstanding the fact that 60% of veterans work for small or medium enterprises. That said, helping veteran-owned small businesses succeed in the marketplace is increasingly relevant to the American economy. According to a comprehensive study by the Small Business Administration, there are more than 2.5 million veteran-owned businesses (VOBs), that's 9% of all US businesses, with total annual revenues of more than $1 trillion. This resource is helpful for s general understanding of the veteran entrepreneurship industry.


Military Families: Perceptions, Challenges, And Barriers To Voting Participation And Absentee Voting, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University Sep 2018

Military Families: Perceptions, Challenges, And Barriers To Voting Participation And Absentee Voting, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University

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The objective of this research effort was to gather more information on the motivations, challenges, and perceptions surrounding absentee voting among active duty military and military spouses


What You Should Know, Rosalinda V. Maury Aug 2018

What You Should Know, Rosalinda V. Maury

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This is a short infographic with data relating to veteran entrepreneurship and entrepreneurship ecosystems. Helpful for general awareness of entrepreneurship industry.


The Force Behind The Force: Defining And Enabling Job Portability Employment Solutions For Military Spouses -- One-Pager, Deborah Bradbard, Rosalinda Maury Jun 2018

The Force Behind The Force: Defining And Enabling Job Portability Employment Solutions For Military Spouses -- One-Pager, Deborah Bradbard, Rosalinda Maury

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The one-pager reviews the research conducted on recruiting, hiring, and retaining military spouse employees.


The Force Behind The Force: Defining And Enabling Job Portability Employment Solutions For Military Spouses, Deborah Bradbard, Rosalinda Maury Jun 2018

The Force Behind The Force: Defining And Enabling Job Portability Employment Solutions For Military Spouses, Deborah Bradbard, Rosalinda Maury

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The Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF), as part of its broader employment research efforts, and with the generous financial support and collaboration of Prudential Financial, Inc., is exploring the topic of military spouse employment. This paper marks the second iteration in a series of hands-on products geared to human resource professionals, hiring managers, C-Suite executives, philanthropists, and nonprofit leaders interested in hiring military spouses.


Veteran Other Targeted Populations (Otp) Project -- Fact Sheet, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University May 2018

Veteran Other Targeted Populations (Otp) Project -- Fact Sheet, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University

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This working paper provides initial insights related to veteran entrepreneurship, access to capital challenges, and economic distress.


Bridging The Gap: Insights Into Veteran Entrepreneurial Ecosystems, Nyasha Y. Boldon, Rosalinda V. Maury, Najaf Zahra, Ryan Van Slyke May 2018

Bridging The Gap: Insights Into Veteran Entrepreneurial Ecosystems, Nyasha Y. Boldon, Rosalinda V. Maury, Najaf Zahra, Ryan Van Slyke

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This research brief highlights some of the challenges veteran entrepreneurs face, provides insights into veteran businesses, and offers an overview of elements within the veteran entrepreneurial ecosystem that aim to address these challenges. Through this brief, we hope to highlight efforts and opportunities to provide further support and advance veterans in their entrepreneurial ventures.


Building Analytics Capacity In The Social Sector, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University Mar 2018

Building Analytics Capacity In The Social Sector, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University

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This report breaks down the data strategies used by the Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) to tell the stories of the Institute's involvement in programs and resources for the military and veteran community.


2018 Annual Report, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University Jan 2018

2018 Annual Report, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University

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This report overviews the accomplishments of the IVMF during 2017-2018.


Research Brief: "Unintended Pregnancy And Contraceptive Use Among Women In The U.S. Military: A Systemic Literature Review", Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University Dec 2017

Research Brief: "Unintended Pregnancy And Contraceptive Use Among Women In The U.S. Military: A Systemic Literature Review", Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University

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This brief summarizes a scholarly article of the same name. It reviews research which evaluates the consistency, scope, and reasons why women veterans use contraceptives, but the risk of unintended pregnancy and the circumstances in which they occur among enlisted women.


Implementation Assessment Of Executive Order 13518: The Veterans Employment Initiative, Nicholas Armstrong, Zachary S. Huitink, Rosalinda V. Maury, Matthew Hidek, Nathaniel Birnbaum, Rachel Linsner, Fitore Hyseni Dec 2017

Implementation Assessment Of Executive Order 13518: The Veterans Employment Initiative, Nicholas Armstrong, Zachary S. Huitink, Rosalinda V. Maury, Matthew Hidek, Nathaniel Birnbaum, Rachel Linsner, Fitore Hyseni

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A year-long study to assess the implementation of Executive Order (EO) 13518, Veterans Employment in the Federal Government. Signed on November, 9, 2009, EO 13518 created the Veterans Employment Initiative (VEI), one of the most comprehensive efforts in U.S. history to increase veterans’ employment in U.S. federal agencies.


Implementation Assessment Of Executive Order 13518: The Veterans Employment Initiative (Project Plan), Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University Dec 2017

Implementation Assessment Of Executive Order 13518: The Veterans Employment Initiative (Project Plan), Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University

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This data brief summarizes the project plan the IVMF used to assess the VEI.