DAV Magazine May/June 2026

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May/June 2026

DAV Bowl gives veterans and athletes more than competition

At the 2026 DAV Bowl, resilience and camaraderie brought disabled veterans and athletes together.

In This Issue

Preparation prevails at 2026 DAV Mid-Winter Conference

At the 2026 DAV Mid-Winter Conference, advocates turned setbacks into victories for veterans.

How understanding moral injury could save veterans’ lives

When moral injury goes unidentified or isn’t uniquely addressed, the results can be devastating.

service spotlight

From battlefield to justice: A combat engineer’s story

Afghanistan left him with lasting physical and psychological injuries. With DAV’s help, he found a path forward.

Orlando to host 2026 DAV and Auxiliary National Convention

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Honoring veterans’ surviving families

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Why showing up still defines veterans advocacy and leadership

Letters

Letters – May/June 2026

Legislative Spotlight

DAV-supported bill would expand coverage for recreational prostheses

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Connecting veterans in the digital age

2026–2027 Candidates for National Office

From combat to calm: One veteran’s ibogaine journey

Veterans Independent Budget seeks to address VA funding shortfalls

How one veteran uses gaming to change lives

Boot camp-style program equips veterans for higher ed and beyond

Virtual reality pain treatment expands for veterans

Veteran suicide report released

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Serving with intention honors our legacy

Why one veteran commits to monthly service

Reflections

DAV national chaplain: There’s more than ‘thank you’

Remembrance

Death of Past National Commander Al Linden

Reunions – May/June 2026

National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic

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