Vision and priorities 2021 to 2024
Vision
"Members of the Stockport armed forces community and their families receive the support they need to thrive, whilst also celebrating their unique skills and diverse experiences, and maximising the opportunities for veterans and serving personnel to bring their invaluable contribution to the civilian community."
Priorities
The following priorities for 2021 to 2024 respond to the issues highlighted by our engagement with veterans, their families and local organisations and services working with the armed forces community.
Supporting transitions
We'll work to assist the transition of members of the armed forces community and their families, particularly in relation to the key areas of:
- housing
- education
- employment
- welfare
- mental health
Connecting the armed forces community to available support
We'll make sure that the support and good work taking place locally is effectively communicated to serving personnel, veterans and their families.
Promoting and celebrating our armed forces community
We'll raise awareness of the armed forces and the contribution they make locally and nationally. We'll help to identify and promote further opportunities for the armed forces community to contribute to civilian society. Also, we'll further develop opportunities for youth engagement with the armed forces.
Leadership and advocacy
We'll further develop the role of the Armed Forces Covenant Partnership to provide proactive leadership in the delivery of this Covenant. We'll also make sure that emerging issues at a Greater Manchester and national level, including the implications of the Armed Forces Bill 2021, are addressed.