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CVN Veterans Day Survey 2021 Explores Civilian-Military Divide, Reveals What Veterans Want Civilians to Know This Veterans Day


STAMFORD, Conn., Nov. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- This Veterans Day is the first following the end of America's longest war.  Now, a new survey is revealing the impact that the 20-year War in Afghanistan has had on how Americans plan to honor our nation's veterans this year. The CVN Veterans Day Survey 2021 has found that, after watching the events unfold at the end of the War in Afghanistan, three-in-five Americans (63%) are motivated to show greater support for veterans this Veterans Day. The poll was commissioned by Cohen Veterans Network (CVN), a not-for-profit philanthropic organization that serves post-9/11 veterans, active duty service members and military families through a nationwide system of mental health clinics.

"It's encouraging that the majority of Americans plan to show greater support for veterans this Veterans Day," said Cohen Veterans Network President and CEO Dr. Anthony Hassan. "While veterans do not serve for the recognition, commemorating the day that honors them can have a meaningful impact on those who have worn the uniform."

While the majority of Americans plan to support veterans this Veterans Day, the survey revealed evidence of the civilian-military divide. It found that:

"Sincerely connecting with veterans about their service is one way to help bridge the civilian-military divide," said Hassan. "That could mean going beyond 'thank you for your service.' Instead, asking a simple question like, 'What was your job while serving?' Engaging with veterans in more thoughtful ways can lead to a better understanding of veterans and their military service. Ultimately, helping to move Americans toward greater continued support for those who sacrifice so much."

For insight into what civilian actions would be most meaningful to veterans in acknowledgement of their service, the CVN Veterans Day Survey 2021 asked veterans about their preferences when it comes to being recognized on Veterans Day. Beyond "thank you for your service," according to veterans, the top ways to honor veterans include:

Further exploring the civilian-military divide, the survey also captured what veterans think is important for civilians to understand about veterans and military service. It found:

Some of the survey data was developed into an infographic titled, "This Veterans Day, Here's What Veterans Want You to Know...". Additionally, CVN captured anecdotes from veteran staff members across their Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinics, providing insight on survey topics that will be shared on social media this month. Highlights from veteran staff members, include:

CVN provides high-quality, accessible mental health services to post-9/11 veterans, active duty service members and military family members through its 19 Cohen Clinics across the country. Treatment is available for a wide variety of mental health challenges including PTSD, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, anger, grief and loss, family issues, transition challenges, relationship problems, and children's behavioral problems. Care is available in person or via CVN Telehealth, face-to-face video therapy.

For more survey findings, go to cohenveteransnetwork.org/veteransday2021.

About the Survey
CVN Veterans Day Survey 2021 was conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of Cohen Veterans Network and included 2,035 American adults aged 18 or older who participated in an online survey between October 26 - 28, 2021. Results were weighted to Census targets for education, age/gender, race/ethnicity, region, household income, and propensity to be online were adjusted where necessary to bring them in line with their actual proportions in the population. 

About Cohen Veterans Network
Cohen Veterans Network (CVN) is a 501(c)(3) national not-for-profit philanthropic organization for post-9/11 veterans, active duty service members and their families. CVN focuses on improving mental health outcomes, operating a network of outpatient mental health clinics in high-need communities, in which trained clinicians deliver holistic evidence-based care to treat mental health conditions. It was established in 2016 by philanthropist Steven A. Cohen with a commitment of $275 million to build the network. There are currently 19 Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinics nationwide.

SOURCE Cohen Veterans Network


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