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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Join us on March 26th at 6:30PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour on Zoom! These meetings are the perfect opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️ t.ly/DsQN6

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Transitioning from military service into freelance journalism can be challenging, but veterans bring valuable skills to the field. Check out MVJ's Freelance Journalism Guide for a layout of five actionable steps to launch a freelance journalism career! ⤵️ t.ly/m8p9R

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

OPPORTUNITY: Registration is now open for the IIJ’s 2026 Freelance Conference on March 5 and 6! For only $89, take advantage of sessions on AI, fellowships, newsletters, and more! Plus, participate in the first-ever Pitch Fest! Register now: theiij.com/sessions-26

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

REMINDER: Join us on Feb. 26th at 6:30PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour on Zoom! These meetings are the perfect opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️ t.ly/RQCaQ

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Join us on Thursday, Feb. 26th at 6:30PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour on Zoom! These meetings are the perfect opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️ t.ly/WKGtV

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

REMINDER: Join us TOMORROW at 11:30AM ET to engage with IEEE Spectrum, the flagship publication of the world’s largest association of technology professionals and council members for the final iteration in our series on disability narratives! RSVP today! ⤵️ t.ly/9OHID

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Join us Wednesday, Feb. 18th at 11:30AM ET to engage with IEEE Spectrum, the flagship publication of the world’s largest association of technology professionals and council members for the final iteration in our series on disability narratives! RSVP today! ⤵️ t.ly/9OHID

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Applications are open until Sunday, Feb. 15th for the 2026-2027 MVJ Membership Voice Board Member term! MVJ’s Board members play a vital role in providing first-hand insights to improve the organization while serving as representatives of our community. ⤵️ t.ly/C-UUC

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

REMINDER: Join us on Feb. 5th at 6:30PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour on Zoom! These meetings are the perfect opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️ t.ly/OgtEF

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

RESCHEDULED: Join us on Feb. 5th at 6:30PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour on Zoom! These meetings are the perfect opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️ t.ly/OgtEF

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

REMINDER: Join us TOMORROW, Jan 22nd at 6:30PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour ON zOOM! These meetings are an opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️ t.ly/VAwk-

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Join us on Thursday, Jan 22nd at 6:30PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour on Zoom! These meetings are the perfect opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️ t.ly/VAwk-

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

REMINDER: Join us tomorrow, Jan. 21 at 3PM ET to engage with Disability Belongs™ and our Disability Narrative council members for another session in our series. RSVP today! ⤵️ t.ly/nns5B

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Join us Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 3PM ET to engage with Disability Belongs™ and our Disability Narrative council members for another session in our series. RSVP today! ⤵️ t.ly/nns5B

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 MVJ Membership Voice Board Member term! MVJ’s Board members play a vital role in providing first-hand insights to improve the organization while serving as representatives of our community. More details here! ⤵️ t.ly/C-UUC

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

REMINDER: Uncover opportunities with Report for America during our upcoming webinar with the RFA team on TODAY at 12PM ET! Join RFA Recruitment Manager Tim Lampley as he delves into what you can expect from RFA this year: the application process, and more. ⤵️ t.ly/ShfEL

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

RESCHEDULED EVENT: Uncover opportunities with Report for America during our upcoming webinar with the RFA team on Jan. 12th! Join RFA Recruitment Manager Tim Lampley as he delves into what you can expect from RFA this year: the application process, and more. ⤵️ t.ly/ShfEL

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

Uncover exciting opportunities with Report for America during our upcoming webinar with the RFA team on January 8th! Join RFA Recruitment Manager Tim Lampley as he delves into what you can expect from RFA this year: the application process, and more. ⤵️ t.ly/m5w_5

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

Happy New Year from the MVJ Team! May 2026 bring more opportunities & accomplishments for everyone. We shall try our best to grow our community for vets, support their career growth & advocate for diversifying newsrooms through hiring more vets. Thank you to everyone who supports us!

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 25/12/2025

May everyone have a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holidays this season from the MVJ Team. May we all enjoy this end of 2025 with joy and memories! Thank you to everyone who supports us and the work we do.

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

REMINDER: Join us TOMORROW at 6:30PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour on Zoom! These meetings are the perfect opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️ tinyurl.com/4ravsw8b

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

REMINDER: Join us on Dec. 17th at 11:30AM ET for the next session in the Disability Narrative Webinar Series! This session we will engage with Disability Debrief as they bring us How Disability Debrief Rethinks News Through a Disability Lens. ⤵️ shorturl.at/kuSL7

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

DEADLINE TODAY! Apply for the 2025 Resolve Philly Veterans in Journalism Paid Fellowship by December 14th at 11:59 PM ET. This fellowship is designed to employ a veteran as a journalist in Resolve Philly’s Germantown Info Hub newsroom team. ⤵️ t.ly/5jDqu

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

DEADLINE FAST APPROACHING! Apply for the 2025 Resolve Philly Veterans in Journalism Paid Fellowship by December 14th at 11:59 PM ET. This fellowship is designed to employ a veteran as a journalist in Resolve Philly’s Germantown Info Hub newsroom team. ⤵️ t.ly/5jDqu

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Join us on Dec. 17th at 11:30AM ET for the next session in the Disability Narrative Webinar Series! This session we will engage with Disability Debrief as they bring us How Disability Debrief Rethinks News Through a Disability Lens. RSVP today! ⤵️ shorturl.at/kuSL7

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

REMINDER: RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! Join us TOMORROW at 11:30AM ET, members will learn from Joe Diorio on Building Your Journalism Toolkit: Mastering Style Guides and Self-Taught Skills. ⤵️ shorturl.at/yUVwN

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

MVJ is in a new partnership with Resolve Philly and the Wyncote Foundation to launch a new fellowship designed to employ a veteran as a journalist in Resolve Philly’s Germantown Info Hub newsroom team. DEADLINE is Dec. 14th at 11:59PM ET. ⤵️ t.ly/5jDqu

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

MVJ Members: RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! On Dec. 9th at 11:30AM ET, members will learn from Joe Diorio on Building Your Journalism Toolkit: Mastering Style Guides and Self-Taught Skills. ⤵️ shorturl.at/yUVwN

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

PODCAST DROP! On this episode of the Sword and Pen, join host Devon Lancia and guest Anthony Dyer as the two discuss long-form writing, memoir composition, and how writing as a medium can help veterans heal. Listen here to hear more. ⤵️ shorturl.at/6iVyM

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

This #GivingTuesday, join MVJ to make a difference in America's news media with more diverse voices. Help us support and provide opportunities for military #veterans and #milspouses in journalism by donating today! ⤵️ t.ly/cGBmz

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

May everyone have a Happy Thanksgiving and wonderful weekend from the MVJ Team. We give thanks for all those who support us and the work we do!

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

OPPORTUNITY: Early bird registration is now open for the IIJ’s 2026 Freelance Conference on March 5 and 6! For only $49, take advantage of sessions on AI, fellowships, newsletters, and more! Plus, participate in the first-ever Pitch Fest! Register now: theiij.com/sessions-26

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Join us on Thursday, November 20th at 6:30PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour on Zoom! These meetings are the perfect opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️ t.ly/av7Hp

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Join us on Wednesday, November 19th at 6:00PM ET for the next session in the Disability Narrative Webinar Series! Journalist and disability advocate John Loeppky will enlighten us on the topic of Leveling the Field: Coverage of Parasport. RSVP today! ⤵️ t.ly/o5NnW

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

REMINDER: RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! Join us TOMORROW at 6:00PM ET, members will learn from veteran and author Bart Womack as he brings his knowledge on telling trauma stories with trust and sensitivity. ⤵️ t.ly/1SzIR

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Support MVJ this Veterans Day with a donation! ➡️ t.ly/cGBmz We remain dedicated to supporting veterans in the search for opportunities to continue their service to the American public via journalism. This Veterans Day, we ask you to consider supporting MVJ with a one-time or monthly donation.

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

And if you're a vet in journalism publishing work today, make sure you tag @mvjnetwork.bsky.social! We'll be sharing articles, reports, and more from our community throughout the day today.

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day from MVJ! MVJ is deeply grateful to our community of veterans for your profound impact & for your continued support of MVJ, military veterans, & our shared mission. We're making a difference in newsrooms across the nation together.

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! Join us on Nov. 13th at 6:00PM ET, members will learn from veteran and author Bart Womack as he brings his knowledge on telling trauma stories with trust and sensitivity. ⤵️ t.ly/1SzIR

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

REMINDER: Applications are OPEN until TONIGHT at 11:59PM ET for the 2026 MVJ-Washington Post internship! Each year, The Post sets aside one seat in its paid Summer Internship program for a military vet journalist. This program is highly competitive! ⬇️ t.ly/QWc8j

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

REMINDER: Join us TOMORROW Oct. 23rd at 6:30 PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour on Zoom! These meetings are the perfect opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️ t.ly/byDga

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Join us on Thursday, October 23rd at 6:30 PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour on Zoom! These meetings are the perfect opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️ t.ly/byDga

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Join us tomorrow, October 15th at 11:30AM ET to engage with Dan Nevins with WWP to speak about journalism with the topic: Beyond the Surface – Covering Physical and Non-Visible Wounds Responsibly. RSVP today! ⤵️ t.ly/Kc1Pc

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

Join us Wednesday, October 15th at 11:30AM ET to engage with Dan Nevins with WWP to speak about journalism with the topic: Beyond the Surface – Covering Physical and Non-Visible Wounds Responsibly. RSVP today! ⤵️ t.ly/Kc1Pc

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

REMINDER: RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! TOMORROW, Oct. 8th at 6:00PM ET, members will learn from Jeffrey Blevins, a professor at the School of Public and International Affairs. ⤵️ t.ly/VCUw0

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

MVJ Members: RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! On Oct. 8th at 6:00PM ET, members will learn from Jeffrey Blevins, a professor at the School of Public and International Affairs. ⤵️ t.ly/VCUw0

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Applications are OPEN until 10/31 for the 2026 MVJ-Washington Post internship! Each year, The Post sets aside one seat in its paid Summer Internship program for a military veteran journalist. This program is highly competitive - apply today! ⤵️ t.ly/QWc8j

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Military Veterans in Journalism @mvjnetwork.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

PODCAST DROP! On this episode of the Sword and Pen, listen in as host Devon Lancia speak with former Army officer and vet empowerment leader Chris Marvin about his story, his advice for fellow storytellers, & his tips for firearm violence coverage. Listen ⤵️ t.ly/8tKVU

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