Charity Overview

Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) is the leading post-9/11 veteran empowerment organisation with the most diverse and rapidly growing membership in America. Founded in 2004 by Iraq War veteran and current CEO Paul Rieckhoff, IAVA’s mission is to connect, unite and empower post-9/11 veterans. To date, over 450,000 veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan and civilian supporters have become members. Membership is free and open to all veterans, family members and supporters.

To fulfill its mission, IAVA provides direct assistance programmes to veterans and their families, through both online and on-the-ground engagement; raises awareness about this community’s unique strengths and challenges; and promotes advocacy to ensure veterans’ rights and benefits are protected.

Through education, advocacy and community building, IAVA strives to create a country which honors and supports veterans of all generations.