The Department of Workforce Development (DWD), is committed to advancing employment opportunities for Wisconsin veterans through targeted business engagement and service and commitment to the veteran community.

American Job Center staff provide Priority of Service to veterans and covered persons to find long term suitable employment and gain access to training and education opportunities. Connect with your local job center.

Disabled Veteran Outreach Program Specialists (DVOP) provide individualized career services to a targeted population of veterans and eligible persons who have been identified as having significant barriers to employment (SBE), and who are economically or educationally disadvantaged to compete in today’s labor market. DVOPs can assist veterans/eligible persons overcome barriers to employment, coordinate community resources, and gain access to education and job training opportunities that will give you a competitive advantage. Connect with your local job center.

Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) conducts outreach to employers to promote the advantages of hiring veterans. LVER staff also plan and participate in job fairs, conduct job clubs, and coordinate with apprenticeship and internship programs, business organizations, and unions in promoting and advocating the benefits of training programs for veterans. Connect with your local veteran employment representative.

The County and Tribal Veterans Service Officer Association of Wisconsin (CTVSOAWI) is an organization of professional veterans advocates. In Wisconsin the County and Tribal  Veterans Service Officer plays a critical role in the veteran's advocacy system and is often the initial contact in the community for veterans services. Through the County and Tribal Veterans Service Officer the CTVSOAWI is committed to Wisconsin counties to provide a vital and efficient system of services and advocacy to veterans, their dependents, and survivors.

The CTVSOAWI promotes legislation and policy at both the state and federal levels that is supportive of veterans rights and issues that are in harmony with our national obligation to veterans of the United States armed forces. The association provides a medium for the exchange of ideas and information, training, and support to facilitate the delivery of services to nearly 488,000 veterans.

The CTVSOAWI recognizes the importance and merit of the congressionally charted veterans service organizations, and is committed to fostering a mutually beneficial relationship for the common good of all veterans. It is the intent of this organization that every veteran residing in Wisconsin receives the benefits and services to which they are entitled by law and moral obligation.

The mission of the Multicultural Veterans Alliance (MVA) is to create a safe space for veterans of any culture to connect by providing opportunities for social support and community engagement. It doesn’t matter what branch, how long, or where you served – all are welcome. The goal is to build camaraderie through shared experiences. 

Meetings are held the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 9:00am – 10:00am at the Kenosha Chamber of Commerce located at 600 52nd St Suite 130. 

All are welcome to attend.