Outreach Specialist Sandy Dye attended the initiative’s first birthday celebration, where the focus was on the substantial commitments and contributions that organizations and individuals are making to show military families the support that they deserve.
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MFRI director joins expert panel in DC
On Wednesday, April 18, Sesame Street will present analysis and key findings on the impact of its Military Families Initiative, which MFRI helped to evaluate. Shelley MacDermid Wadsworth, director of MFRI, will participate in the discussion.
New textbook released
MFRI announces the release of a textbook designed to help educate students about the challenges facing military families.
April brings recognition of military children's service
MFRI joins with all service branches and communities across the nation by recognizing the sacrifices made by military youth.
Advisory Council gathers for meeting
Members of the Advisory Council for the Military Family Research Institute (MFRI) gathered Thursday to learn about the state of MFRI, as well as to assist in strategic planning and help guide the organization for the coming year.
Article examines soldier self-identity
An article written by an MFRI research associate has been published in an online edition of a scholarly journal that concentrates on topics related to military service.
Operation Purple Camp to take place in June
A resident camp for children in military families will take place this summer at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Ind.
Civilian professionals gain military sensitivity
An exciting new MFRI collaboration helps civilian behavioral health providers better understand military culture, so that they can provide better services to military families.
MFRI director visits The Hill
Shelley MacDermid Wadsworth, Ph.D., testified before Congress on collaborations between the VA and faith-based organizations.
Celebrating Presidents Day
MFRI pays homage to the millions of men and women who serve in the Armed Forces.