Military Spouse Appreciation Day

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Related Hashtags	#Military, #MilitarySpouse, #ThankYou, #Veterans, #Milspouse
2023 Date	May 12, 2023
2024 Date	May 10, 2024

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Military Spouse Appreciation Day in 2023

Friday, May 12

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Military Spouse Appreciation Day History

Military Spouse Appreciation Day honors and emphasizes the importance of the spouses of the military. This day aims to highlight family support as fundamental to the success of the military. Spouses and families are deemed silent heroes for their continued support of those within the military. Organized events honoring military spouses are typically held on this day.

Military Spouse Appreciation Day was established in 1984 by President Ronald Reagan. It is observed annually on the Friday before Mother's Day.

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As I’m with troops stationed overseas, my heart is also back home with their loved ones. Today is Military Spouse Appreciation Day, and although spouses may not wear uniforms, they serve and sacrifice too. We honor and support you. #JoiningForces
— Jill Biden (@FLOTUS) May 6, 2022

On this Military Spouse Appreciation Day, Mollie Raymond, spouse of @SpaceForceCSO and Rachel Rush, spouse of CMSSF Roger A. Towberman, share lessons they've learned during their time as military spouses. Thank you to our spouses for the supporting our Guardians! #SemperSupra https://t.co/Xprn23OzGE
— United States Space Force (@SpaceForceDoD) May 6, 2022

I’ve had the pleasure of spending time with our service members and their families. For the spouses and partners, they too join in sacrifice in service to our nation. This Military Spouse Appreciation Day, I want to take a moment to recognize and thank each and every one of you.
— Vice President Kamala Harris (@VP) May 6, 2022

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Military Spouse Appreciation Day Facts

According to the Department of Labor, about 92% of military spouses were women in 2017.
In 2021, 63% of employed military spouses are underemployed in some way.
According to the Department of Labor, about 30% of military spouses have a four-year degree. About 15% have an advanced degree.

Military Spouse Appreciation Day Top Events and Things to Do

Sign up for the Blue Star Families virtual Military Spouse Appreciation Day Town Hall.
Explore the different kinds of military spouse benefits.
Learn about the different resources and opportunities available for military spouses. Some military spouses may face frequent relocation. As such, the US Department of Labor provides licensing reimburement programs and other resources to help spouses.

Military Spouse Appreciation Day - References and Related Sites

veteran.com: Military Spouse Appreciation Day

www.dol.gov: Military Spouses Fact Sheet

bluestarfam.org: MIlitary Spous Facts 2021

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