The Armed Forces Community programme: One Year In
Written by Kate MizonArmed Forces Community Programme Co-Lead It’s been a year since the Shaping Portsmouth Armed Forces Community programme came into fruition under the co-leadership of Andy and me, and what a year it has been. Initially, we posted a little note on LinkedIn and thought we might get the odd comment or email, […]
An introduction to the Armed Forces Community programme
Written by Kate MizonArmed Forces Covenant Co-Lead Dear Shaping Portsmouth Community, I hope this letter finds you well. I’m Kate, one of the two leads at the Armed Forces Programme. My co-lead Andy Moss and I wanted to get in touch to introduce ourselves, and to explain how we hope to support businesses and the […]
Recognising the Female Veteran Identity
Written by Kirsty HillEducation & Community Lead Hi. I’m Kirsty, Shaping Portsmouth’s Education & Community Lead and a Royal Navy Veteran. The term Veteran, or soldier, typically evokes a male image, even female Veterans themselves don’t always identify with the term. Women have been present and serving in wars since the beginning, yet historically women […]
How to positively employ veterans transitioning from the Military
Written by Kate MizonArmed Forces Covenant Co-Lead As a veteran of 22 years, post-service by 18 months, I have fallen into the ‘job hopping’ category. If you’re not aware of what that is, then I’ll explain. According to research, upon leaving the Armed Forces, almost 42% of veterans will take up between 3 – 5 […]
Thursday 26th June 2025: Shaping Forces
Armed Forces Community Shaping Forces 12:30 – 16:00, Royal Maritime Hotel Book your place MISSION: To forge a powerful alliance between Shaping Portsmouth partners and the Armed Forces Community, to create opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship, and collaboration. EXECUTION: Phase One – Intel and AwarenessEducate businesses on the Armed Forces Covenant and the strategic advantage of […]
