Advocates for military families say unemployment and underemployment are major concerns for military spouses and directly affect their financial stability. For the past decade, men and women married to military personnel have had an unemployment rate of about 22%, making them one of the highest unemployed demographics in the U.S.
As Veterans Day approaches, figures like Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin are speaking up on the debt the country owes to those who serve in uniform.
For many military spouses, the prospect of moving overseas means weighing opportunities for adventure and experiencing a new culture versus the lack of employment opportunities or complete inability to work.
A Senior Research Associate for Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families hopes the true meaning of the Memorial Day holiday will