About the National Joining Forces Initiative

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Joining Forces–UB was inspired by the White House Joining Forces initiative, created by First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden to mobilize all sectors of society to honor and support military men and women, as well as their families, and to offer them the opportunities and services they deserve. 

The Professions of Social Work and Nursing are Committed to Joining Forces

The social work profession supports Joining Forces

  •  provides free training modules on social work with service members, veterans and their families

The nursing profession also supports Joining Forces

  •  offers  working with veterans and military family members

Any reference to branches of the United States armed forces—either in copy or through the use of still or motion visuals—does not constitute an endorsement of the university by the United States Department of Defense or any unit thereof.