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CIVOPS · from Helping The Brave

When you take off the uniform, you lose more than a job.

Every year, about 200,000 service members leave the military. Most of us walk out with a DD-214 and a handshake, and nobody tells us what we're about to lose. CIVOPS helps you get it back. Free for Veterans and military spouses.

What CIVOPS helps you rebuild

The six things you lose

Two ways to do it

Pick how you want to rebuild

On your own

Work through the six modules at your own pace. Pick one action a week, and we'll check in to see how it went. Earn a badge for each module.

Start on your own

With a Fireteam

6 to 8 Veterans and spouses, online once a week for six weeks, led by a trained volunteer Veteran.

Fireteams open soon

Starting a business? Talk to a Veteran business mentor

Start where you are

Where are you right now?

Pick the one that fits best. We will line up the lessons in a sensible order. You can switch anytime, and your choice stays in this browser only.

The program

Lessons you can start right now

Want to help?

Lead a Fireteam, or mentor Veterans who are starting a business.

Volunteer with CIVOPS

Common questions

Nothing. CIVOPS is free, whether you go on your own or join a Fireteam.

Important disclosure

CIVOPS Academy is peer led education from Helping The Brave. It is not mental health treatment, medical care, legal advice or claims representation, and it is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If you are in crisis, call 988 then press 1, or text 838255, for the Veterans Crisis Line.