Consider joining a distinguished lineup of speakers, including Ahmad Massoud, the leader of the National Resistance Front, August 27th at 11:00 AM by attending a powerful event hosted by the Hudson Institute, or tune in live via their website. This crucial discussion, "Resisting the Taliban and Preparing for the Future of Afghanistan," will feature esteemed experts. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain firsthand insights into the ongoing fight against the terror groups wreaking havoc in Afghanistan and the future of this war-torn country. 📅 Date: August 27th 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 📍 Location: Hudson Institute 💻 Watch Live: https://lnkd.in/gKxjkJt7 We hope to see you there! #Afghanistan #nationalresistancefront #hudsoninstitute #honorthepromise #neverforget
Special Operations Association of America
Armed Forces
We advocate for all past, present, and future members of the Special Operations community and their families.
About us
We advocate for all past, present, and future members of the Special Operations community and their families. Fighting for those that bear the greater burden. Our Vision: To be the voice of the Special Operations community on issues of national security, civic engagement, accountability and veterans affairs. Our Mission: We commit ourselves to providing law- and policy-makers, community partners, industry leaders and members of the SOF community with knowledge and resources that ensure the success of our community and families. We do this through dedicated advocacy, research, and education initiatives, by cultivating a culture of honor and duty among our members for the promotion of American values, interests and civic life Policy We are the only organization that engages in policy and legislation advocacy on behalf of the men and women in the Special Operations community. We’re committed to identifying solutions and making recommendations that best serve Special Operation Forces on and off the battlefield. Membership We are a member-driven organization that believes members of the SOF community have already paid enough. We host events, elevate members’ voices, and honor the fallen, all at zero cost to our members. We’re committed to raising awareness on SOF issues and connecting SOF members with their global community. Story Telling We engage stakeholders at every level of government in order to advance the interests of the SOF community. By highlighting the humanity of SOF members, their deeds, and their struggles, we elevate their needs on Capitol Hill and raise national awareness. Partners We forge collaborative opportunities between operators and industry leaders within the military to advance the in
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https://soaa.org
External link for Special Operations Association of America
- Industry
- Armed Forces
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington
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- Nonprofit
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- 2019
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Washington, US
Employees at Special Operations Association of America
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Andrew Borene
Executive Director @ Flashpoint | former @ ODNI & NCTC | Broadcast Media Analyst and Commentator | Keynote Speaker/Panelist on Geopolitical Risk
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James Parker
Co-Founder at LEONID, a DoD Trusted Capital Financing Partner
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Christopher Lay
Founding Partner at Leonid Capital Partners // DOD Trusted Capital Provider
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Ryan Deal
Marketing, Digital Media, and Strategic Direction
Updates
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It has been 3 years since the Abbey Gate bombing in Kabul, where 13 brave US Servicemembers paid the ultimate sacrifice. Please read the names of these heroes aloud to honor their sacrifices. Our thoughts and prayers go out to their loved ones on this tragic day. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Darin T. Hoover Marine Corps Sgt. Johanny Rosario Pichardo Marine Corps Sgt. Nicole L. Gee Marine Corps Cpl. Hunter Lopez Marine Corps Cpl. Daegan W. Page Marine Corps Cpl. Humberto A. Sanchez Marine Corps Lance Cpl. David L. Espinoza Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jared M. Schmitz Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Rylee J. McCollum Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Dylan R. Merola Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Kareem M. Nikoui Navy Hospital Corpsman Maxton W. Soviak Finally, our hearts are with the family of Army SSG Ryan C. Knauss, who served under the Army Special Operations Command in the Psychological Operations Regiment. Today, it was announced that the Congressional Gold Medal will be awarded to the 13 Servicemembers who lost their lives. Family members will accept the medals on behalf of their loved ones. https://lnkd.in/gqrFza4S Their service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. #neverforget #honorthefallen #Afghanistan #abbeygate
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More than 800,000 Special Immigrant Visa applicants are pending - still. By some accounts, that results in a 30 year waiting period. Special Immigrant Visas are reserved for interpreters, translators and other Afghans who aided the US military during two decades of conflict. In other words, they are our allies. SOAA supports the increase of SIV allotment and increased support to expedite our allies' pathways out of a Taliban controlled Afghanistan. The graphs below are taken from a Foreign Policy story, read the full story, here: https://lnkd.in/eXAsCfMz #NeverForget #Afghanistan #VeteransLead #HonorThePromise Moral Compass Federation
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Check out how we got connected to our Executive Director during the devastating fall of Afghanistan. From before the final withdrawal to today, we continue to work to save our allies who are living with targets on their backs. #honorthepromise #VeteransLead #Afghanistan #specialoperations #specialoperationsforces #allies #neverforget
Director of National Security - ShadowDragon | Special Operations Association of America | SOF Veteran
3 years ago I walked into Rayburn House Office building for my first day at a new job in US Congress out of the US Army. Overnight, Kabul Afghanistan had fallen. I was supposed to help legislate on tech policy for a year - what actually happened changed my life and was one of the most meaningful experiences I ever had. I am eternally grateful to Congressman Darrell Issa and his staff, who I consider family, TechCongress who put me on the Hill, and the The Honor Foundation for helping me achieve it. During the Afghanistan withdrawal, I worked on the Hill while the Special Operations Association of America worked on the ground in Kabul. That was my first experience with the organization that took me under their wing when I left the Hill - special shout out to Daniel Elkins for pulling me in. #HonorThePromise #Afghanistan #NeverForget #GWOTGeneration
The Education of a Soldier
David Cook on LinkedIn
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When Afghanistan fell, it left hundreds of thousands of promises unfulfilled. We didn’t fight like hell and lose thousands of American heroes for this. The moral injury is far too great. While we worked with 4 other incredible non-profit veteran-run organizations to rescue thousands of our #afghanallies, there are still around 140,000 stuck in Afghanistan, hunted by the terrorist groups that now reign. We will continue the mission until we fulfill every promise made to our #allies and #GWOTVeterans. #honorthepromise #VeteransLead #Afghanistan #specialoperations #specialoperationsforces #neverforget
Three years ago, Afghanistan, as we once knew it, changed forever when the Taliban seized control of the country. Overnight, brave men and women who worked tirelessly to build a better home for future generations faced the unthinkable. Chaos ensued, and conditions for our allies quickly deteriorated, especially for women, minorities and any Afghans unwilling to abide by the rules of their reign. While this day is difficult for many reasons, we’re reminded of the critical work that remains to be done for our loyal Afghan allies. Today, we at No One Left Behind stand alongside our brothers and sisters, firmly committed to honoring America’s promise until every last one is fulfilled. From passing legislation to bringing our allies to safety and assisting them in their new lives in the United States, we’ve achieved so much together. We owe it to the nearly 140,000 left behind to continue blazing a path forward. JOIN US: https://lnkd.in/gC62FCTW
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Today marks an important turning point in our foreign policy. History will tell a grander story, but over the next 30 days, SOAA, and other extraordinary groups and individuals who answered the call, will tell our story, as we lived it. Below is the first of many. We encourage everyone to share their stories of Afghanistan so those lost will never be forgotten. We must also not forget - this story is still being written. Many of our partners and allies are still trapped in Afghanistan, hunted by the Taliban, or forgotten by the crushing weight of government bureaucracy somewhere in the United States. Over the next 30 days, you will hear from us and many more about what it was like to live through what, at times, felt like a slow-motion tragedy. Learn the Ground Truth from the Veterans who were there—serving those in the most dire circumstances: https://lnkd.in/g5z769EN #honorthepromise #VeteransLead #Afghanistan #specialoperations #specialoperationsforces #allies #neverforget
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GWOT Veterans are getting louder and they must! The truth about the botched withdrawal must be brought into the light and those responsible held accountable. We may think we’re done with Afghanistan, but rest assured it’s not done with us. With more than 20 terrorist groups running unchecked within its borders, you can bet they’re planning to exact their revenge. #honorthepromise #VeteransLead #Afghanistan #specialoperations #specialoperationsforces #allies #neverforget #GWOTVeterans
The #GWOTGeneration remembers what happened in Afghanistan 3 years ago. Do you? Please share widely. Special Operations Association of America Ben Owen Shawn Ryan Moral Compass Federation Herb Thompson Sarah Adams #honorthepromise #VeteransLead #Afghanistan https://lnkd.in/dVTWHu5Y
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Dive deep into the insights and lessons from the Global War on Terror with experts from the Irregular Warfare Center (IWC) and Foreign Policy Research Institute. 🗓 When: 17-18 September 2024 📍 Where: U.S. Naval Institute Jack C. Taylor Conference Center, Annapolis, MD (291 Wood Rd, Naval Academy, MD 21402) 🎯 Why: Delve into two decades of irregular warfare insights, strategies, and lessons learned since 9/11. 🔗 RSVP: by 04 September at https://lnkd.in/gTuJNavM Don't miss this opportunity to engage in critical discussions and network with professionals in the field. See you there! #IrregularWarfare #lessonslearned #GlobalSecurity #ForeignPolicy #gwot
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of those brave Servicemembers who were injured in yesterday’s rocket attack. As LTG (ret) McMaster says about Iranian rocket attacks: “We know what the return address is.” https://lnkd.in/eyyDe2rW
US personnel wounded in attack against base in Iraq, officials say
reuters.com
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Day 2 of the Intelligence & the Changing Landscape of Irregular Warfare Conference was inspiring! We were honored to learn from Theresa Whelan, Director for Defense Intelligence Collections and Special Programs, and MG (ret) Jim Linder, Former Chief of Staff at U.S. Special Operations Command. Their invaluable insights were a huge highlight of the conference! #conference2024 #DefenseTech #cybersecurity #counterintelligence #OSINT #innovation #UncrewedSystems Irregular Warfare Initiative
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