Today, a bipartisan group of national lawmakers introduced a bill “To repeal the authorizations for use of military force against Iraq.” Secure Families Initiative enthusiastically supports this legislation. Repealing outdated and dangerous war authorizations has widespread, bipartisan support because it makes sense to veterans, active duty service members and their families.
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It’s Been One Year Since Russia Invaded Ukraine
One year ago today, Russia invaded Ukraine, and U.S. military families felt a surge of dread – would this conflict lead to our loved ones being sent into harm’s way? We reflect on one year at war.
SFI Strongly Supports Legislation to Repeal Iraq War AUMF Introduced in 118th Congress
Today, a bipartisan group of national lawmakers introduced a bill “To repeal the authorizations for use of military force against Iraq.” Secure Families Initiative enthusiastically supports this legislation. Repealing outdated and dangerous war authorizations has widespread, bipartisan support because it makes sense to veterans, active duty service members and their families.
Collective Voices Symposium: Sharing Our Multicultural Stories
We are hosting the first annual Collective Voices Symposium next week on Tuesday, January 31. The purpose of this virtual event is to highlight all voices within our community in an environment where we can share our experiences and learn from one another.
Secure Families Initiative in the Spotlight

What Top Gun Says About the Iran Nuclear Deal: Streyder for Inkstick
Executive Director Sarah Streyder penned an Opinion piece for Inkstick Media linking the blockbuster movie of the summer, Top Gun: Maverick, and the need for the Iran Nuclear Deal. Like the movie, this piece is a must see.

Joint OpEd: “Honor veterans: Repeal the Iraq War Authorization”
Together with partner organizations, Secure Families Initiative penned an OpEd in Stars and Stripes. “Honor Veterans: Repeal the Iraq War Authorization” is co-authored by SFI Executive Director collaborated with Naveed Shah, the Political Director at Common Defense and an Iraq War veteran, and Luis Cardona, the Federal Affairs Liaison at Concerned Veterans for America.

The Forever War on the Homefront: SFI Board of Advisors President for Just Security
Secure Families Initiative Board of Advisors President Heather Aliano wrote an essay for the Just Security Symposium on the 20th anniversary of September 11th. “How Perpetual War Has Changed Us” is a deeply personal reflection on the impacts of twenty years of war on service members and military families.