Campaign for Inclusion

Blue Star Families’ Campaign for Inclusion reflects values of welcome and belonging at the heart of our work. Using our theory of change (listen, share, partner, & act), we empower stakeholders to implement best practices that help all military families feel welcomed and included on their journey.

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Campaign for Inclusion

Blue Star Families’ Campaign for Inclusion reflects values of welcome and belonging at the heart of our work. Using our theory of change (listen, share, partner, & act), we empower stakeholders to implement best practices that help all military families feel welcomed and included on their journey.

our mission & more

To advocate for the unique community needs of diverse military- and Veteran-connected families in an effort to enhance military readiness and retention. We listen to experiences, share our findings, and partner with others to act and empower change.

To create an environment where diverse military- and Veteran-connected families feel welcome and included in the communities where they live and serve.

  • We use our best-in-class survey methodology to listen to the experiences of diverse military- and Veteran-connected families.
  • We share our findings with community, military, and DOD leaders to empower change.
  • We partner with other military and Veteran service organizations to create a force multiplier around areas of need.
  • We act to create our own programs that improve the experiences of diverse military- and Veteran-connected families that have sacrificed so much for our country.

CAMPAIGN FOR INCLUSION: BACKGROUND

Summer 2020: Community Pulse Check

In the summer of 2020, we conducted a community pulse check.

December 2020: Racial Equity and Inclusion Committee

In response to concerns, we convened a high-level committee of diverse senior leaders. These leaders helped shape the creation of our Racial Equity and Inclusion Initiative.

2021: Groundbreaking Survey

In 2021, we fielded a groundbreaking survey. We created an intentional space to listen to military families of color.

2022: Survey Results Released

We released the report of this survey in early 2022. It showed military service has promising benefits for service members of color. These benefits reach all types of needs, including education, health care, and finances. But, we learned that these families face unique challenges. Difficulties that undermine military readiness and retention persist. As we listened, we found opportunities for communities to support these military families.

Late 2022: Expanded Racial Equity & Inclusion Initiative - Campaign for Inclusion

In late 2022, we expanded the Racial Equity and Inclusion Initiative into the Campaign for Inclusion. We help families feel included in the communities where they live and serve. This campaign upholds our mission. And, it empowers stakeholders to come alongside us in this work.

FIVE IMPACT AREAS

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"I work full time. I am a Black mother of two Black boys, and my husband is an active-duty officer. We will move again in less than a month to a new neighborhood, and I am more fearful now than ever about whether the neighborhood will accept my boys and my family."

— A Black Military Spouse

Campaign for Inclusion Partners

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