

If you are an organization that provides services that can assist NYC Veterans and their families, please contact the VAB to publicly share information about your organization. For those choosing to attend via zoom, follow the link below.Īll Veterans, their family members and caregivers are encouraged to attend! For those interested in attending in-person, respective locations will be shared closer to the session date.

2023 Veteran Advisory Board Public SessionsĪll Sessions begin at 6pm sharp and are hybrid. Through regular meetings, this diverse group of New York City veterans ensures the lines of communication are maintained and cultivates an active community. Having these coordinators helps facilitate accurate information-sharing and timely problem-solving on behalf of New York City Veterans and employees. One of the VAB's signature initiatives was its successful advocacy resulting in the "2008 Veteran Liaison Requirement." This initiative requires all New York City agencies to identify a senior member responsible for coordination with DVS.Submit annual reports for the Mayor and the Speaker of the New York City Council.Advise the New York City Department of Veterans' Services on all matters concerning veterans.The members represent the five Boroughs of New York City. The NYC Veterans Advisory Board (VAB) functions through the contributions of 13 veterans who have been appointed to three-year terms by either the Mayor or the Speaker of the New York City Council.
