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NEW MOVA LEADERSHIP
On January 20, 2019, MOVA Director Ely S. Ross accepted the position of Chief of Staff for the DC Dept. of Parks and Recreation. The MOVA staff will greatly miss Ely and we appreciate all the hardwork and vision he provided MOVA from Oct 2016 - Jan 2019.
Prior Outreach Specialist and Public Information Officer, Elliot J. Tommingo has been appointed as Interim Director for MOVA. He will continue to maintain and expand MOVA's mission of serving DC veterans, their families and caregivers.
MOVA's 2018 Performance Oversight Hearing by the Committee on Government Operations
This Wednesday, Feb. 13th at 10:00am
in Room #412 of the Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, DC, 20004
The Committee on Government Operations will hold a Performance Oversight Hearing.
The following agencies will testify:
- Office on Women’s Policy and Initiatives
- Office of Veterans’ Affairs
- Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & Questioning Affairs
Persons wishing to testify about MOVA's performance may email: governmentoperations@dccouncil.us
or call 202-724-6663
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Tuesday, Feb 12th
5:30pm - 8:00pm
@ Valor Brew Pub (723 8th Street SE)
REGISTER HERE
Please join MOVA and AMAC at Valor Brewpub in Eastern Market for a networking mixer as we connect veteran-owned small businesses to aviation and small business opportunities in the District of Columbia and beyond. Representatives from the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) will be present to discuss conducting business with regional airports (Reagan National and Dulles International).
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 February 7, 2019 | Vol. 5, Issue 6
Dear Washingtonians,
In a city as diverse and inclusive as Washington, DC, what does it mean to give more residents a fair shot?
For our youngest residents and their families, a fair shot means that we are always looking for new ways to give every infant and toddler a strong, healthy start. That's why, on Monday, we were proud to celebrate three years of Books from Birth. This highly successful program that has distributed nearly 800,000 books to more than 40,000 children is giving more families the tools they need to close the literacy gap.
For neighborhoods throughout DC, especially those disproportionately affected by violence, a fair shot means that our approach to building a safer, stronger DC includes not just a focus on law enforcement, but also a focus on expanding opportunity for residents most at risk of perpetuating or falling victim to crime. That's why, last Friday, Attorney General Karl Racine and I announced a $6 million investment in workforce training and violence intervention programs.
For immigrants in our community, a fair shot means that we are acting locally to advance and defend DC values. That's why my Administration created the Immigrant Justice Legal Services grant program in 2017 and why, this week, we teamed up with the National Immigration Forum to provide financial support to District residents and DC government employees who are going through the naturalization process.
So, what does it mean to give more residents a fair shot? It means different things to different people, and that's why we need to hear from you. These are just a few of the things we've done over the past week to builder a fairer, more equitable Washington, DC. But there's more work to do. Join us at a Budget Engagement Forumlater this month, starting with a telephone town hall for seniors on Monday, February 11, to tell us what a fair shot means to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Connect with your Mayor!
Mayor Muriel Bowser
John A. Wilson Building | 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW | Washington DC, 20004
(202) 727-2643
muriel.bowser@dc.gov | mayor.dc.gov | @mayorbowser
Mayor's Office of Talent and Appointments (MOTA) is seeking diverse and passionate individuals to work in DC Government. Candidates must submit their resume and any additional eligibility materials. Please click here for more information and how to apply.
The D.C. Department of Employment Services is here to help veterans who need assistance finding employment. Check out their veterans services page to learn more about the veteran employment services DOES offers. Don't hesitate to reach out to them.
The D.C. government is looking for a few good candidates. Click here to find out more about the opportunities we have to offer.
Each month the Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs compiles a list of vacant positions. If your government agency or
nonprofit organization in DC would like to promote employment, or
internship opportunities for D.C. Veterans please send an email message to
ova@dc.gov.
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Tuesday, Feb 26th
12:30pm - 6:30pm
@ 441 4th St NW in Conf Room #1117
If you're uncertain about your financial future, there has never been a better time to focus on personal finances and savings! Are you ready to kick your finances and savings into high gear? This is the event for you! Together, with the Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB), we are excited to announce the 2019 Military Saves Week Resource Fair! #MSW19
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The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs Newsletter is distributed to over 7,700 subscribers every month. If you would like your event to be featured in our calendar, please submit the following details: what, when and where the event will take place. If available, please provide a link to direct readers to more online information. Please send all inquiries and posts to ova@dc.gov.
Interim Director Elliot J. Tommingo
202-724-5454
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