Organ donation is a selfless act, especially when the donor is still alive. Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s Organ Transplant Service is one of the most successful in the country. During #NationalDonateLifeMonth, the program’s chief is clearing up misconceptions people might have about the life span of patients and donors, who can donate to a service member, and whose insurance gets billed. #DonateLife
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The mission of the Department of Defense is to provide military forces necessary to protect the security of our country. The U.S. military defends the homeland, deters adversaries, and builds security around the world by projecting U.S. influence and working with allies and partners. In case deterrence fails, the U.S. military is prepared to fight and win decisively against any adversary. Headed by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, the Department is not only in charge of the military, it also employs a topnotch civilian workforce. With more than 1.3 million men and women on active duty, and 742,000 civilian personnel, we are also the nation's largest employer. The Pentagon, headquarters of the Department of Defense, is one of the largest office buildings in the world. Built in 1941 by the U.S. Army, the Pentagon has 17.5 miles of corridors yet it takes only seven minutes to walk between any two points in the building. Department of Defense personnel are the backbone of America’s national security. They represent the diverse makeup of our nation and support not only those on active duty but also families, veterans, and retirees through education, training, and benefit programs. Anything you want to do – on land, sea, air, or space -- you can do in service to your nation by joining the Department of Defense. Search for Jobs and Internships at USAJobs.gov. http://dodcio.defense.gov/SocialMedia/UserAgreement.aspx
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Strengthening economic security and quality of life for our people. A new DoD and @U.S. Department of State agreement enables certain federal employees who move with their service member or DoD civilian spouse to military installations overseas to get quick approval to work remotely. The deal allows more spouses to keep their federal jobs during major life transitions.
DOD, State Department Expand Employment Opportunities for Military Spouses Stationed Overs
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DoD leaders: Don’t be afraid to have difficult conversations about sexual assault. They require people to be brave. Sexual assault harms unit readiness, so taking time to listen, learn and understand can make the difference between your unit at its highest readiness levels or at its lowest. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gF_i5CmR. #SAAPM #PreventReportAdvocate #SexualAssaultAwarenessAndPreventionMonth
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The Bataan Memorial Death March began in 1989 to honor the thousands of Allied prisoners of war who were forced to march a grueling 65 miles across the Philippines when Japan invaded during #WWII. Every year since, civilians and serviced members have gathered in the New Mexico desert to run, walk or ruck a marathon to honor the fallen and the survivors of that march. Here, learn more about the history behind the tragedy, meet survivors, and learn why so many have chosen to take this path to honor the past. #HonorThem #BataanMemorialDeathMarch
Remembering Bataan
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Happy #EarthDay! 🌎🌱 The health of our planet is critical to projecting combat power and sustaining military readiness, so it’s important to raise awareness about the inextricable link between mission objectives and effective environmental stewardship: http://spr.ly/6046beBOM Today, we encourage everyone to take action ANY day of the year to defend the nation and protect our planet. Learn how you can contribute to making Earth a healthier home: http://spr.ly/6048beBOO How are you showing our planet love today?
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A newly released State of the Space Industrial Base Report has taken feedback from the commercial space sector, including partner nations, and aggregated it into recommendations for government consideration and action. The report, prepared by the United States Space Force, Air Force Research Laboratory and the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), focuses on topics that help maintain U.S. technological leadership.
State of the Space Industrial Base 2023 Report - Key Findings
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Prevention begins at the lowest level. Starting a conversation about sexual assault doesn’t have to be complicated. When leaders check in with their people on a personal level, the climate becomes more inclusive. Listening is the first step to creating a culture of dignity, respect, inclusion and connectedness for service members. For more resources to help you start conversations, visit https://www.sapr.mil. #StartTheConversation #SAAPM #PreventReportAdvocate #SexualAssaultAwarenessAndPreventionMonth
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The DoD’s National Defense Industrial Strategy is only a few months old, but it’s already having a positive impact on the nation’s maritime space. Defense leaders say sustainment programs are funding important supply chain investments, and we’re expanding global defense production. The department is also introducing younger generations to careers in casting and forging, a critical skill needed to support maritime defense.
Defense Industrial Strategy Already Making Headway in Maritime Space
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Are student loans stressing you out? You should probably start SAVEing then! 💰 Qualifying military families and civilians can benefit from the government SAVE plan, which helps with student loan debt to reduce monthly expenditures and cut down on financial stress. Learn more about SAVE and other student loan debt repayment programs here.
SAVE Plan Helps Service Members, Civilians Alike With Student Loan Debt
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Don’t forget to #PurpleUp today to honor military children! 💜 As part of #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild, #PurpleUpDay celebrates the resilience of our military kids, who play an integral role in supporting service members, all while enduring special challenges of their own. Check out your local installations to see what Purple Up Day events are happening in your area! #MOMC