{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Getting the Inside Scoop","description":"In this latest episode of #StillServing, host Rob Couture dives into critical discussions about the VFW's advocacy efforts and achievements, joined by an insightful panel of guests. From legislative wins to empowering student veterans, this episode highlights how the VFW continues to make an impact for veterans nationwide. Featured Guests: Kristina Keenan \u2013 Deputy Director, National Legislative Service Joe Grassi \u2013 Associate Director, National Legislative Service Brittany Dymond Murray \u2013 Associate Director, VFW Communications & Public Affairs Episode Highlights: [10:38] Legislative Wins: Celebrating the passage of the Dole Act and its enhancements to veteran caregiver programs, along with the groundbreaking Not Just a Number Act, aimed at improving suicide prevention efforts through data-driven insights. [26:22] Success at SVA\u2019s NatCon: The VFW\u2019s presence at the Student Veterans of America convention led to over 200 new members joining the organization. [29:57] Action Corps Weekly: Joe Grassi discusses the powerful information included in the Action Corps Weekly newsletter. [55:45] The Power of Advocacy: Insights into the VFW\u2019s role in championing vital legislation and fostering collaboration among veteran service organizations to improve veterans\u2019 quality of life. Discussion of the upcoming VFW Washington Conference in March. Join us for engaging stories, impactful conversations, and inspiring advocacy updates \u2014 because the VFW is always #StillServing. For more information or to continue the conversation, please visit: Veterans of Foreign Wars Website VFW Podcast Page @VFWHQ on Twitter VFW on Facebook @VFWSTILLSERVING on YouTube @RobCoutureVFW on Facebook Call 1-888-JOIN-VFW Text \u201cNEEDS\u201d to 20222 to donate to the Unmet Needs Program. Today\u2019s VFW \u2014 Share Your #StillServing Story Sports Clips Help A Hero \u2014 Text HERO to 71777 to donate online   ","author_name":"#StillServing: The VFW Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/thevfwpodcast.libsyn.com\/website","html":"