The Junction Foundation Signs the Armed Forces Covenant
We are proud to announce that The Junction Foundation has formally signed the Armed Forces Covenant, reaffirming our commitment to supporting members of the Armed Forces community including serving personnel, reservists, veterans, cadets, and their families.
We were recently honoured to attend the official signing ceremony, joining organisations across the country in recognising the invaluable contribution our Armed Forces make to society. A big thank you to the 8th Rifles for hosting such a fantastic event.
What is the Armed Forces Covenant?
The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise by the nation to ensure that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated with fairness and respect.
It acknowledges that while life in the Armed Forces can bring unique skills and experiences, it can also present challenges. The Covenant helps to ensure that those who give so much to our country do not face disadvantage when accessing public or commercial services, and in some cases, are given special consideration especially those who have given the most, such as the injured or bereaved.
Our Pledge
1. Upholding the Key Principles
At The Junction Foundation, we pledge to:
Ensure that members of the Armed Forces community do not face disadvantage arising from their service when accessing our services.
Provide special consideration where appropriate, particularly for those who have made the greatest sacrifices, such as the injured or bereaved.
2. Demonstrating Our Commitment
Promoting the Armed Forces
Celebrate Armed Forces-related events, including Armed Forces Day and Remembrance Day, through our youth programmes and public communications.
Promote awareness among our staff, volunteers, and service users about the experiences of Armed Forces families.
Communications and Engagement
Proactively engage with children, young people, and families from the Armed Forces community to ensure they feel welcomed and included in our services.
Feature Armed Forces-friendly messaging in our literature and on our website to demonstrate our support and invite feedback.
Health and Wellbeing
Offer emotional wellbeing and mental health support tailored to the unique challenges faced by Armed Forces families, such as deployment, separation, or relocation.
Train our staff to understand and respond effectively to the needs of military-connected children and young people.
Education and Youth Work
Work in partnership with schools and education providers to identify and support service children who may benefit from our programmes.
Deliver youth services that foster resilience, confidence, and a sense of belonging for Armed Forces-connected young people.
Additional Commitment
Appoint a dedicated Armed Forces Champion within our organisation to maintain strong links with the Armed Forces community and guide our ongoing work.
Review our services annually to ensure they remain accessible, relevant, and responsive to the needs of Armed Forces families.
Looking Ahead
Signing the Armed Forces Covenant is not just a symbolic gesture. It is a living commitment that will continue to guide our work. We are determined to ensure that members of the Armed Forces community feel supported, respected, and valued in every interaction with The Junction Foundation.
Together, we can create an environment where those who serve, and their loved ones, can thrive.