“As a veteran and former NASA astronaut, Wendy Lawrence is a trailblazing inspiration to us all. We are honored to have Captain Lawrence as our keynote speaker and eager to hear how her experiences can help shape PVA’s mission in support of our women members and all veterans moving forward.”

Good Ranchers is partnering with PVA to “Bring All Veterans to the Table” by providing vital support, opportunities, and resources to Veterans and their families.

“VA’s announcement that IVF will be available to veterans who have disabilities as a result of their military service, regardless of their marital status, and without the need to be able to produce their own genetic materials, is long-overdue.”

Non-profit leader unveils PVA’s 2024 policy priorities and urges Congress to pass the Elizabeth Dole Act   WASHINGTON, D.C. (Mar 6, 2024) – Paralyzed Veterans of America National President Robert Thomas testified today before a joint hearing of the House and Senate Committees on Veterans’ Affairs. Thomas unveiled PVA’s 2024 policy priorities, underscoring the need for […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 29, 2024) – Paralyzed Veterans of America Chief Policy Officer Heather Ansley issues the following statement in response to the Department of Transportation’s newly released Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would change the Air Carrier Access Act regulations to improve the air travel experience for people who use wheelchairs and other assistive devices […]

The Independent Budget serves as a comprehensive roadmap to ensure VA is fully funded and capable of carrying out its mission to serve veterans and their families.

WASHINGTON, DC (Feb. 12, 2024) – Paralyzed Veterans of America today announced that award-winning country music artist Martina McBride will headline PVA’s Igniting Change Gala on April 12 at MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hills, Maryland. McBride will perform an assortment of hit songs spanning her 32-year career during the evening program.   McBride has […]

“Many of our nation’s disabled veterans – with emphasis on those with catastrophic injuries and illnesses like our members – have waited and suffered long enough for airlines to prioritize their safety and for Congress to make the changes necessary for them to fly with dignity.”

LOUISVILLE, KY (Jan. 16, 2024) – Paralyzed Veterans of America today concluded their seventh annual Wheelchair Rugby Invitational in Louisville, Kentucky, presenting the Code of Honor Cup to the winners of each division. The winners included the WWAR Generals in Division 1, Ability 360 (Heat 2) in Division 2, and the University of Michigan B […]

LOUISVILLE, KY (Jan. 8, 2024) – Paralyzed Veterans of America will host the seventh annual Wheelchair Rugby Invitational January 11-14, 2024, in Louisville, Kentucky. In total, eighteen teams will compete in three divisions in a round-robin style competition. The winner of each division will be awarded PVA’s coveted Code of Honor Cup, which will be presented […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 11, 2023) – Paralyzed Veterans of America Chief Policy Officer Heather Ansley released the following statement in response to a letter sent out last week by the House Administration’s Modernization subcommittee to the Capitol Police, the Architect of the Capitol, and the House sergeant at arms requesting “a preliminary study to identify possible […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 15, 2023) – Paralyzed Veterans of America honored U.S. Representative Mike Bost of Illinois with the prestigious 2023 Gordon H. Mansfield Congressional Leadership Award. First presented to Senator Bob Dole in 2015, PVA established this award to recognize strong leadership and support of PVA’s legislative priorities in the areas of Veterans’ health […]

Orlando, Florida (October 6, 2023) — Paralyzed Veterans of America, the nation’s premier nonprofit of choice for disabled veterans, their families, and caregivers, wrapped up its 2023 Women Veterans Empowerment Retreat in Orlando, Florida today. This three-day empowerment retreat engages and supports female veterans with spinal cord-related injuries and diseases. Female veterans are the nation’s fastest-growing veteran community, and […]

Paralyzed Veterans of America, Hand In Hand, Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, and United Spinal Association issue joint statement in response to Department of Transportation/United Airlines settlement agreement concerning Engracia Figueroa   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACTS: For PVA – Oname Thompson OnameT@PVA.org (703) 864-5980   For Hand In Hand – Blithe Riley blithe@domesticemployers.org (267) 340-9878 […]

2023 Clinical Excellence in Nursing Shawn Gallups, Resident Care Coordinator of the SCI/D Long Term Care Center in Hampton, Virginia Shawn systematically applies the nursing process to improve Programs and outcomes not only in the Hampton Long-Term Care Center, but also at the national level as well. As Chair of the Hampton VA’s Shared Governance […]