Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.

We honor his work on Jan. 16

His civil rights work continues today with the elimination of DADT

Martin Luther King Gives I Have a Dream Speech

Free Veteran Job Training

Green Business Marketing

Skyline College, Feb. 7 – Mar. 8

Profiles of Courage

2011 Honorees

Swords to Plowshares was honored to recognize our 2011 Profiles of Courage at our Veterans Day Dinner

Shout 2012

Art by Women Veterans

4th Annual SHOUT! May 2, 2012

Post 9/11 Veterans

Our turn to answer the call

Veterans continue to lead the nation in homelessness, joblessness, mental illness, substance dependence and suicide.

“Where Soldiers Come From” Film Screening & Fundraiser

On January 26, 2012, in Event, Posted by Rob Kane

Wednesday, February 1, 7pm – 9pm AMC Van Ness 14, San Francisco, CA $9.00 This film screening aims to bring awareness to our soldiers and veterans by providing insight into the American soldier. Iraq Veterans Against the War is presenting this film in collaboration with San Francisco’s chapter of Veterans for Peace. This film screening [...]

The Art of War: Workshops in Trench Art

On January 25, 2012, in Event, Women Veterans, Posted by Starlyn Lara

Free Workshops in Trench Art by Allison Smith Arts & Skills Service is hosting a series of workshops on the theme of Trench Art. Trench Art is art made by soldiers and civilians with the creation and materials linked to armed conflict or its effects. Allison Smith, a SF Bay Area artist and educator, is [...]

Retired Marine Sergeant Helps Veterans Find Green Jobs

On January 25, 2012, in General, Job Training, Veteran Jobs, Posted by Rob Kane

The staff at Swords to Plowshares are working to strengthen our existing job training programs to create meaningful job opportunities for veterans. One model in particular that exemplifies the value of our community partnerships and customized job training can be seen in a unique partnership with Skyline College. Swords to Plowshares is currently recruiting veterans [...]

Providing Compassionate Care to Veterans, Service Members, Families

On January 25, 2012, in General, Swords in the News, Posted by Rob Kane

Mai-Ling Garcia, former Swords to Plowshares’ Senior Policy Associate, talks about meeting the needs of veterans, military and families. Garcia, who is married to an Iraq veteran, continues to advocate for the veteran community both personally and professionally. She currently works with the Department of Labor as the Veterans Employment and Training Services Programs Specialist. [...]

Veterans and Beneficiaries Receive 2012 Cost of Living Adjustment

On January 24, 2012, in Department of Veterans Affairs, Veteran News, Posted by Jordan Towers

WASHINGTON – Veterans, their families, and survivors receiving benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs saw a 3.6 percent increase in their compensation and pension benefits beginning January 1. “Veterans, their families and their survivors are entitled to benefits that keep pace with the cost of living,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki. “VA [...]

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