Veterans Employment

Veterans Employment
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From the Battlefield to the Boardroom: Transferring Veterans' Skills to the Civilian Labor Market
Kimberly Curry Hall
Aug 26, 2016
The RAND Blog
The number of returning veterans is expected to grow to 4.2 million over the next decade. This robust talent pool can be an asset to the civilian workforce. Investments in translating veterans' skills, certification and licensing, and comprehensive career counseling can improve this transition.
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Veterans Employment
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The Changing Landscape of Veteran Employment Programs
Kimberly Curry Hall, Caroline Batka
Nov 10, 2015
The RAND Blog
To understand trends in veteran employment, data must be collected on such factors as gender, race/ethnicity, military career field, and period and length of military service. In turn, this information will help policymakers tailor and adjust programs to target obvious gaps in career assistance efforts.
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Veterans Employment
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Warriors in the Civilian Workforce: Helping Veterans Transition
Oct 28, 2015
Americans who served during the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq continue to face higher jobless rates than nonveterans. A growing body of RAND research has sought to identify what can help get more of them back on the job.
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Military Veterans
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Research Drives Ongoing Support for Veterans
Nov 10, 2014
On November 11, we honor the service and sacrifices of America's veterans. But as they return home and adjust to civilian life, veterans and their families face new challenges and communities struggle to meet their unique needs. Rigorous research is essential to addressing these challenges and finding long-term solutions. RAND explores key issues concerning veterans such as employment, health and well-being, family support, and education.
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Veterans Education
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The Long-Term Benefits of the Post-9/11 GI Bill for Military and Veteran Families
Peter Buryk
May 14, 2014
The RAND Blog
Almost 450,000 servicemembers have elected to transfer some portion of their GI Bill benefits, predominantly to their children. These numbers suggest the extent of the Bill's potential effects on social mobility and post-secondary educational attainment for the next generation.
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Military Veterans
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We Need a Public-Private Approach to Supporting Veterans
Terri Tanielian @TerriTanielian
Nov 12, 2012
Newsday
Honoring the sacrifices of veterans should be front and center on our policy agenda and not limited to one day a year, says Terri Tanielian.
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Military Families
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RAND Research for Military Family Month
Nov 7, 2012
RAND is a resource for research and policy recommendations that address the challenges faced by military members, spouses, and their children.
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Veterans Employment
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Tax Credits Can Boost Employment Among Vets with Disabilities
Apr 16, 2012
RAND researchers undertook a study designed to measure the impact of the 2007 WOTC tax credit expansion on the employment and earnings of disabled veterans. They found that the new tax credits expanded employment significantly among the target group of disabled veterans.
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Veterans Employment

From the Battlefield to the Boardroom: Transferring Veterans' Skills to the Civilian Labor Market

The Changing Landscape of Veteran Employment Programs

Warriors in the Civilian Workforce: Helping Veterans Transition

Research Drives Ongoing Support for Veterans

The Long-Term Benefits of the Post-9/11 GI Bill for Military and Veteran Families

We Need a Public-Private Approach to Supporting Veterans

RAND Research for Military Family Month

Tax Credits Can Boost Employment Among Vets with Disabilities

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