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SUMMARY:Story\, Service & Career Pathways with the Veterans History Project
DESCRIPTION:Your military story is part of the American record. It can also be a powerful tool for understanding your next professional chapter. \nJoin the American Veteran Arts Collective (AVAC) and the Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress for a two-part\, in-person program on Thursday\, June 11 and Thursday\, June 18\, 2026\, at 4:00–7:30 PM ET. \nThis program introduces veterans\, transitioning service members\, and military spouses to the Veterans History Project while exploring how military experience\, leadership\, and service narratives can translate into career pathways across libraries\, archives\, museums\, public humanities\, cultural institutions\, and mission-driven civic organizations. \nParticipants will learn about the Veterans History Project\, reflect on their own service experiences\, explore how personal narrative can support career translation\, and connect with Library of Congress staff to learn about institutional roles\, professional pathways\, volunteer opportunities\, and continued engagement within cultural and civic institutions. \nWhat to Expect\nVeterans History Project Engagement\nLearn about VHP’s mission to collect\, preserve\, and make accessible the firsthand stories of U.S. military veterans. \nStorytelling & Skill Translation\nUse guided exercises to connect your military experience to leadership\, operations\, communication\, public service\, and cultural-sector professional pathways. \nCareer Pathway Exploration\nExplore roles across archives\, collections\, exhibits\, public programming\, education\, communications\, technology\, administration\, and institutional operations. \nLibrary of Congress Staff Conversations\nHear from staff about career journeys\, institutional work\, institutional career pathways\, volunteer opportunities\, and available roles. \nNetworking & Reflection\nConnect with peers\, AVAC\, VHP\, and Library staff in a setting designed to support clarity\, confidence\, and next steps. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis program is open to transitioning service members\, veterans\, military spouses\, and service-connected individuals interested in applying military leadership\, operational expertise\, storytelling\, project management\, public service\, and creative problem-solving within arts\, culture\, humanities\, library\, archive\, and civic institutions. \nCareer Pathway Exploration Led By AVAC\n\nArchives\, Collections & Preservation\nLibrary Operations & Research Services\nExhibits\, Interpretation & Public Programming\nProject & Program Management\nCommunications\, Public Affairs & Publishing\nEducation\, Learning & Community Engagement\nTechnology\, Digital Systems & Metadata\nEvents\, Partnerships & Institutional Engagement\nAdministration\, Finance & Operations\n\nProgram Format\n\nVirtual orientation\nTwo in-person sessions at the Library of Congress\nVHP introduction and archival engagement\nNarrative development and skill translation\nStaff conversations and career pathway exploration\nNetworking and next steps\nOral History Interview Participation\n\nParticipation & Completion Expectations\nAs part of this pilot with the Library of Congress Veterans History Project (VHP)\, participants will engage directly in preserving veteran stories through oral history and storytelling. Participants who complete the program components will receive a certificate of participation. Program participation includes contributing to the Veterans History Project either by sharing one’s own story or supporting the recording of another veteran’s interview. Participants will receive guidance on oral history practices\, informed participation\, and respectful storytelling throughout the program.
URL:https://americanveteranarts.org/event/story-service-career-pathways-with-the-veterans-history-project/
LOCATION:Library of Congress\, 101 Independence Ave SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Pathways
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