The following non-NWVU resources are made available for awareness only. NWVU encourages all individuals to research the agency’s information, programs etc., before any engagement. Thank you.
VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Home – You may receive vocational rehabilitation and employment services to help with job training, employment accommodations, resume development, and job seeking skills coaching. Other services may be provided to assist Veterans in starting their own businesses or independent living services for those who are severely disabled and unable to work in traditional employment.
VA Employment Programs for Homeless Veterans – VA’s Compensated Work Therapy (CWT) is a national vocational program comprised of three unique programs which assist homeless Veterans in returning to competitive employment: Sheltered Workshop, Transitional Work, and Supported Employment. Veterans in CWT are paid at least the federal or state minimum wage, whichever is higher.
American Job Centers – America’s Service Locator connects individuals to employment and training opportunities available at local American Job Centers. The website provides contact information for a range of local work-related services, including unemployment benefits, career development, and educational opportunities.
Dress for Success – The mission of Dress for Success is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, and a network of support and career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.
National Veterans Foundation Job Board – A listing of jobs across the country at companies interested in hiring veterans.
Small Business (SBA Veteran & Disabled Veterans) – If you are a veteran or service-disabled veteran, SBA has resources to help you start and grow your small business.
The National Veterans Foundation (NVF) has taken reasonable steps to vet this list of Women Veteran Resources. National Women Veterans United (NWVU) believes these Women Veteran Resources to be working in good faith to assist veterans. In some cases, we have direct experience in working with these organizations. In other cases, we are recommending them based on their reputation and the information we have available. The NVF and NWVU do not guarantee any particular outcome from any of the above resources and are not liable for any negative outcomes any group or individual may experience.