Registration is now open for the 2026 Veteran’s Advocate Training organized by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Veteran Services Department. The training will take place from February 8 to 13, 2026, at the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center in Hollywood, Maryland. Members interested in attending must submit their registration by Monday, December 15, 2025.
The program offers U.S. Veterans Affairs benefits training led by certified professionals. Those who complete the course will join the IAM-wide Veteran Service Officer (VSO) team, which helps IAM members who are U.S. military veterans.
According to the IAM, “Through this course, members acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to assist veterans in navigating the often-complex VA benefits system, ensuring that our brothers and sisters who served receive the support, resources, and respect they deserve.”
Details about tuition, transportation, and curriculum are included in the call letter issued by IAM. Registration can be completed using the Departmental Program Registration Form.
For further information or questions about the program, members are encouraged to contact the IAM Veteran Services Department at 301-967-4500.
