Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships (CFBNP)
CFBNP Calendar
In the VA Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships (CFBNP), we strive to keep Veterans, their families and those who serve Veterans as informed as possible with valuable information that positively impacts Veterans lives.
Please join us in spreading the word about the services and programs offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs by taking part in our live outreach events and our webinar series.
Upcoming CFBNP Events
If you have any comments, questions or need help, please email VACFBNP@va.gov.
September 2023
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---- Outreach Webinar via Cisco Webex ---- VA Chaplain Service Innovation in Clinical Spiritual Care — This outreach webinar provides VA CFBNP partners with information and resources about the VA’s Chaplain Services and LGBTQ+ Veteran Health Program and Veteran Care Coordination. This presentation is open to Veterans, their families, their beneficiaries, and the general public. Wednesday, September 27, 2023 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EDT |
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Presenter Chaplain Alicia Po Ching, National Program Manager, Veterans Health Adminstration, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs |
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---- In-person Outreach Event ---- No Veteran Left Behind – This in person outreach event will provide information on the collaborative efforts from Help In The Midst Of The Storm, the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center, the Detroit VA Regional Office, the Philadelphia VA Regional Office, and the VA Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships in engaging our Veterans, their families and beneficiaries. The subjects to be presented on are VA Home Loan Program, Survivor Benefits, and VA S.A.V.E. Suicide Prevention training. This in person outreach event is open in person to Veterans, their families, their beneficiaries, and the general public. Saturday, September 30, 2023 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. EDT Join us in person at: Considine Little Rock Recreation Center |
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Panelists and Presenters Pastor Micah Williams, Holy Temple of Truth Memorial Church of God in Christ Lisa Wilson, CEO and Founder, Help in the Mist of the Storm Chaplain James Dorsett, Acute Psychiatrist Clinical Chaplain, Mental Health, John D. Dingell Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Veterans Health Administration, U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs Jerry Martin, Loan Production Officer, Loan Guaranty Division, Detroit VA Regional Office, Veterans Benefits Administration, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Lillie Mells, Program Manager, Education & Training, Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, Veterans Health Administration, U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs |
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October 2023
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---- Outreach Webinar via Cisco Webex ---- Overview of Veteran and Military Spouse Talent & Engagement Program (VMSTEP) - This outreach webinar provides VA CFBNP partners with a brief overview of the Veteran and Military Spouse Talent & Engagement Program (VMSTEP). This presentation is open to Veterans, their families, their beneficiaries, and the general public. Tuesday, October 3, 2023 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EDT We hope you can join us!! |
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Presenters Craig Ploessl, Military Spouse Program Manager, Veteran and Military Spouse Talent Engagement Program (VMSTEP), Office of Human Resources and Administration, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs |
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---- In-person Outreach Event ---- Serving Those Who Served – This in person outreach event will provide information on the collaborative efforts from the Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training (MCVET), Red Cross - National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region, the American Legion - Maryland Department, the VHA Homeless Programs Office, VA Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, VA Baltimore Regional Office, and the VA Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships in engaging our Veterans, their families and beneficiaries. The subjects to be presented on are VA Homeless Program, VA S.A.V.E. Suicide Prevention training, and a panel discussion. This in person outreach event is open in person to Veterans, their families, their beneficiaries, and the general public. Thursday, October 5, 2023 9:30 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. EDT Join us in person at: Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training (MCVET) We hope you can join us!! |
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Presenters/Panelist Misty Bruce, Executive Director, Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training Chris Duffley, Director, Service to the Armed Forces & International Services, American Red Cross, National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region Anthony Love, Senior Advisor and Principal Advisor, Intra/Inter Agency Collaboration and Director of Community Engagement, Veterans Health Administration Homeless Programs, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Lillie Mells, Program Manager, Education & Training, Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, Veterans Health Administration, U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs Ruth Higgins, Commander, The American Legion Department of Maryland Antoine Waller, Executive Director, VA Baltimore Regional Office, Veterans Benefit Administration, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs |
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VA S.A.V.E. Suicide Prevention Training – This outreach webinar provides VA CFBNP partners with information and resources to aid in eliminating Veteran suicide. This presentation is open to Veterans, their families, their beneficiaries, and the general public. Tuesday, October 17, 2023 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EDT We hope you can join us!! |
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Presenters Lillie Mells, Program Manager Education & Training, Office of Mental Health Suicide Prevention, Veterans Health Administration, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs |
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---- In-person Outreach Event ---- Veterans have provided selfless service to our nation. In recognition of their service and sacrifice, VA Chaplain Services and the Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships will host a Celebration of Spiritual Care Week with Chaplain Services: “Supporting Our Veterans Through Unity and Prayer”. This will be a gathering of local prominent interfaith & community leaders to ask for prayers of healing and renewal for our Veterans, their families, and the nation. Prayer has been a long-standing source of guidance, strength, and wisdom for many Americans. This in person outreach event is open in person to Veterans, their families, their beneficiaries, and the general public. Tuesday, October 24, 2023 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Join us in person at: Department of Veterans Affairs Central Office Washington, District of Columbia, 20420 We hope you can join us!! |
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Panelists and Presenters Various ecumenical leaders |
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