Navy
T.T. Robinson
Norfolk Naval Station
We’ve all heard of the civilian military divide, and after 17 years of war, it sometimes seems the rest of the world is unaware of our increased op tempo and the fact that we’re being asked to do more with less. The fact is, our military families – especially our spouses – are doing incredible, important, amazing things… and too often those outside our military community aren’t hearing about it. I’ve spent the last year and a half interviewing and telling the stories of our military families, veterans and service members on Humans on the Homefront, and with the Military Spouse of the Year title, I want to elevate the stories of our spouses and amplify their voices, from the companies they run to the volunteer work they’re doing, to how our civilian neighbors and friends can best support and encourage our community. Military spouses are some of the most impressive, resilient, giving, brilliant people out there… and it’s time the rest of the world knows it, too.
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Brian Alvarado
Naval Base Point Loma
The Military Spouse of the Year title is just that, a title. What you do with it and how far you go with it, has been unique to each winner. Imagining myself in that role is a humbling and exciting thought. The MSOYs that I have had the pleasure of knowing are leaders with compassion, role models with class, and strong advocates with passion. One thing I would want to accomplish with this title is to follow in their footsteps, make them proud, and take the MSOY Program to an even higher level of visibility and exposure. This program and the people in it have the power to change the world for the better and if I was to carry the torch I would want to grow and continue to reach and strengthen our community. This is all about what you do and who you effect and understanding that is the most important piece of this amazing process.
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Melissa Nauss
Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans
As the Military Spouse of the Year I would love bring recognition to the military spouses that give so selflessly to our communities each and everyday. I would love to speak with organizations and employers and help them understand the asset that a military spouse would be to their team and encourage military spouse employment. I would also love to connect military spouses seeking employment with the partners featured on the Military Spouse Friendly Employers List and local resources that can help with resume preparation, job interview techniques and practice, and employment assistance.
Read more about Melissa here!
