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Blinded Veterans Association Expands Criteria for Organization Membership

Any person having honorably served, or currently serving in the Armed Forces of the United States, qualifying for Department of Veterans Affairs Blind Rehabilitation Service is now eligible for membership in BVA…

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“Failure is not being knocked down. Failure is staying down.”
Matthew had an insight that got him started...
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A Veterans Day Tribute
Enrique's shock of knowing he was losing his sight was painful...
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A Hero of the Greatest Generation
It didn't take long for Bob to start over...
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Helping Others to Achieve
Brian felt lost, alone, and didn’t know what to do next…
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One Vision, One Team, One Fight
Lonnie's strength and joy come from those who haven’t yet experienced...
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A Shining Light of Inspiration
Paul continually guides his colleagues out of the darkness and into the light...
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Rising to the Challenge
Ken epitomizes BVA’s mission...
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Gaining New Vision
Steve found purpose and fulfillment in life again...
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Living the Army Values
Eric inspires his fellow blinded veterans...
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Never Leaving Anyone Behind
Monaca champions women veterans initiatives via her...
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March 28 Recognizes BVA Pioneers Past and Present

At just 20 years old, Corporal Matthew Bradford was fighting for his life, battling depression and guilt after sustaining life-threatening injuries. It was January 18, 2007, when a bomb planted by an insurgent in Haditha, Iraq, exploded inside a culvert directly underneath his feet. The injuries resulted, among other long-term consequences, in immediate blindness and loss of both legs. Throughout most of his youth, Matthew had a strong impression that it was his mission in

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Women Veterans Group to Gather for Session on Blinded Veterans Day

The BVA Women Veterans Group (WVG) will meet via Zoom next Thursday, March 28, at 6:00pm Eastern Time. The discussion will center on Women Veterans Month, Blinded Veterans Day, and how women veterans can openly advocate for the needed services and benefits they have earned as a result of their service.  The Blinded Veterans Association is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: BVA Women Veterans Group General Membership Meeting Time: Thursday, March 28,

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Second of Convention Virtual Town Halls to Take VetTech’s Usual Time Slot: Preparing for Upcoming 79th National Gathering in Jacksonville, Florida

Attention BVA Members! Please join us on Wednesday, March 27, at 2:00pm Eastern Time for the second of a series of National Convention Town Hall sessions. The March 27 meeting will provide you with the latest news and information to assist you in your planning processes. Specifically, attendees will gain the following: An overview of the 79th National Convention, including all the important details about dates, events, and registration.  An opportunity to ask questions of BVA

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Golden Age Games Begins Registration for Visually Impaired Division

Registration opened March 12 for the Visually Impaired and Wheelchair Divisions of the 2024 National Veterans Golden Age Games August 24-29 in Salt Lake City. Although online registration for the regular divisions is now closed, veterans who meet the criteria for the two additional divisions may register by calling 1-833-560-1069 and select option 2. A backup number for technical assistance during registration is 1-833-560-1069. BVA members who have participated in Golden Age Games of the

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