The Independence Fund
Coverage of The Independence Fund in the Nexus archive.
- Prince Harry emphasizes need to better apply veterans’ skills during roundtable with service members
Prince Harry spoke at a Washington D.C. roundtable urging communities to better value and apply service members' expertise when they return to the workforce, rather than expecting them to volunteer. He emphasized recognizing veterans for their skills and experience in high-stress environments. During the discussion, veterans also highlighted critical needs regarding mental health services and improving military benefits coverage at Veterans Affairs offices.
- Prince Harry emphasizes need to better apply veterans' skills during roundtable with service members
Prince Harry spoke with U.S. veterans and other leaders, urging communities to better value and apply their expertise and skills when they return to the civilian workforce. He emphasized that while veterans possess strong communication and leadership abilities, these skills are not always successfully transitioned into the civilian world. Additionally, attendees highlighted vital needs for improving veteran mental health services and quality of care in smaller towns.
- Prince Harry emphasizes need to better apply veterans' skills during roundtable with service members
Prince Harry urged communities to better utilize the skills of service members when they transition back to civilian life, hinting at a commercial solution that values veterans rather than expecting them to volunteer. During discussions with U.S. veterans, participants highlighted systemic issues, emphasizing the need to improve local health centers and strengthen mental health services at Veterans Affairs offices.