Armed Forces Community

Shaping Forces is a unique opportunity, open to all Shaping Portsmouth Partner businesses as well as veteran-owned microbusinesses and SMEs.

Join us to:

• Discover how your business can effectively support the Armed Forces Community, and understand the mutual benefits of doing so.
• Learn about the Armed Forces Covenant (AFC) and the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS), including the pathway from Bronze to Silver and Gold accreditation.
• Network with key representatives from the new Shaping Armed Forces team, veteran owned businesses, Shaping Partners and the broader Portsmouth Armed Forces community.