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Vietnam Veterans Assistance Foundation of Louisiana
"to promote the social welfare of the community, assist disabled and needy veterans and members of the Armed Forces" - Articles of Incorporation - VVAFL
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(Slidell) The new website of Vietnam Veterans Assistance Foundation of Louisiana logged onto the worldwide web Sunday, November 12, 2000 at 6:00 pm CDT.The site is operated by Public Safety Advocates of Louisiana as part of its promotional and fundraising agreement. "The site will operate in Vietnam Veterans interest, convenience and necessity," says Brian Hadley, creator of the site. "Our mission is to keep Vietnam era Veterans abreast of developments affecting their lives," Hadley added.
VETERANS
REACT TO CLINTON VISIT
The visit of President Bill Clinton this past November to Vietnam with promise of US aid for that country's Agent Orange victims has aroused the anger of many from Louisiana and across the nation who fought in that country. What's your opinion? Take a moment from your busy schedule to speak out....
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Vietnam Veterans Assistance Foundation of Louisiana in conjunction with Vietnam Veterans of America has played a leading role in the passage of important legislation, including bills which created the Vet Center program, establishment of the Veterans Job Training program and mandated health-care benefits for victims of Agent Orange exposure. VVAFL is vitally involved with service projects in most Louisiana communiities. VVAFL sponsored projects include:
* Agent Orange assistance program for veterans and their families
* Alcohol, substance abuse and post traumatic stress programs
*Support networks for Louisiana Vietnam veterans needing food and shelter
* Voluntary services in Louisiana VA Medical Centers including distribution of food and hygiene baskets during holiday seasons
* Homeless Veterans programs
* College scholarships
* Publication of the VVA Today newsletter
* Maintenance of the VVAFL Website
These programs would not be possible without community sponsorship and support. A substantial share of gross sponsorship proceeds is used to defray the expenses of public education, administration and the cost of mass media. Your financial support will help us to improve and expand these programs to serve Louisiana Vietnam veterans and build a better America.
OFFICERS & BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Larry B. Reedy, Bossier City LA, President
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Hilton Pereau, Meraux LA, Vice President
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Lee Trent, Slidell LA, Secretery-Treasurer
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Allen J Manuel, Ville Platte LA, Board of Directors
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Dennis Andras, Harvey LA, Board of Directors
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Hank Born, Shreveport LA, Board of Directors
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Richard Delong, Lafayette LA, Board of Directors
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Other Recommended Sites (Click to Access)
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Slide show of photos from Vietnam, database of POW/MIAs
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* Includes links to:
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Louisiana State Council
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Chapter 488 - Baton Rouge
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Chapter 553 - Harvey
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Chapter 141 - Lafayette
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We are compiling a list of links to Louisisana VVA websites. They will be posted sson.
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Questions? Coments? Email us by clicking on to vvafla@aol.com .
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