Public Affairs
Public Affairs Committee Update March/April 2024
April 9, 2024
BY DENNIS HOWLAND, CHAIR As we move through the school year, I hope every chapter with a JROTC unit in their area will focus on these programs as part of their Vets In Classrooms initiatives.…
Public Affairs Committee Update January/February 2024
March 1, 2024
BY DENNIS HOWLAND, CHAIR I hope everyone had a marvelous holiday season. 2024 promises to be a very active and busy year for Vietnam Veterans of America. When 2025 rolls around, I certainly hope everyone…
Public Affairs Committee Update November/December 2023
January 17, 2024
BY DENNIS HOWLAND, CHAIR The October meeting covered a wide range of topics. I want to express my appreciation to the many state council presidents, advisers, and associate members who returned to the Public Affairs…
Public Affairs Committee Update July/August 2023
August 3, 2023
BY DENNIS HOWLAND, CHAIR Congratulations to the Top Cadets in the Vietnam Veterans of America 2022-23 JROTC Awards program. My sincerest appreciation to all state council and chapter presidents who participated this year, and to…
Public Affairs Committee Update May/June 2023
May 31, 2023
BY DENNIS HOWLAND, CHAIR Congratulations to the VVA National Office, state councils and chapters that hosted ceremonies observing the 50th anniversary of the end of U.S. combat involvement in the Vietnam War on National Vietnam…
Public Affairs Committee Update March/April 2023
April 11, 2023
BY DENNIS HOWLAND, CHAIR With most of our state legislative bodies in session this time of the year, I urge participation by going to your state capitols to attend hearings and testimony on issues affecting…
Public Affairs Committee Update September/October 2022
September 26, 2022
BY DENNIS HOWLAND, CHAIR In our Public Affairs Committee meetings I’ve said many times that am a firm believer that Public Affairs and community involvement have a direct impact on nearly every part of our…
Public Affairs Committee Update July/August 2022
August 11, 2022
BY DENNIS HOWLAND, CHAIR It’s been a very hot summer. However, it is heartening that despite the weather every opportunity has been taken to keep the VVA banner visible throughout our chapter community activities. Thank…
Public Affairs Committee Update May/June 2022
June 5, 2022
BY DENNIS HOWLAND, CHAIR I want to thank everyone who participated in the planning and support of the VVA-hosted March 29 observance of Vietnam War Veterans Day at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.:…
Public Affairs Committee Update March/April 2022
April 1, 2022
BY DENNIS HOWLAND, CHAIR “It is very likely that the events on Veterans Day and at The Wall celebrating the fortieth anniversary will be two of the most highlighted public news events coming out of…