Together for the ROK – U.S. Alliance
MISSION:
KDVA’s mission is to enhance the Republic of Korea – United States Alliance by advocating for the Alliance and supporting the people who built and serve the Alliance.
VISION:
KDVA’s mission supports its vision to help the ROK – U.S. Alliance provide a peaceful and secure life for Americans and Koreans.
KDVA accomplishes its mission through these priorities:
Advocate & Educate
Enhance, advocate for, and educate about the ROK-U.S. Alliance which is an essential part of each nation’s security and prosperity, through forums, social media, newsletters, research, and events.
Recognize & Support
Recognize and support service members, government civilians, and their families who have or are serving in the ROK-U.S. Alliance.
Serve & Network
Serve its members with professional networking, mentoring, volunteering, and researching opportunities.
Honor & Support
Honor and support the veterans who defended South Korea during the Korean War.
Upcoming Events
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16 May 2024KDVA Headquarters Meet & Greet
We can’t wait to welcome you to the Korea Defense Veterans Association’s Spring Meet & Greet event on May 16…
- 1250 S Hayes St, Arlington, VA 22202Location
Past Events
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Apr
2024
KDVA Hawaii Chapter Meet & Greet
Dave & Buster’s – Lania When: Thursday, April 25 from 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Where: 1030 Auahi Street Honolulu,… -
27
Mar
2024
KDVA’s Georgia Chapter Meet & Greet
We can’t wait to welcome you to the Korea Defense Veterans Association’s Georgia Chapter Meet & Greet event on March…
FROM MY SERVICE IN KOREA, I LEARNED…
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Richard Hayward – From My Service in Korea, I learned…
From My Service in Korea, I learned… Richard Hayward 1974 to 1976 I enlisted in…
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Eiji Teragouchi – From My Service in Korea, I learned…
From My Service in Korea, I learned… Eiji Teragouchi 1965 – 1966 During my time…
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Dave Nutter – From My Service in Korea, I learned…
From My Service in Korea, I learned… Dave Nutter 1970’s & 1980’s My Name is…
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Robert Jenkins – From My Service in Korea, I learned…
From My Service in Korea, I learned… Robert E. Jenkins March 1953 – December 1956…
KDVA ANNOUNCEMENTS & ACTION
CALL FOR ACTION
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Call for Articles
KDVA’s 2024 2nd Quarter ROK-U.S. Alliance Journal articles are due by May 17, 2024. This quarter’s journal will be dedicated to Korean War Veterans and their Families. Please share your stories and…
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KDVA Introduces the 1st KDVA Campus Club
KDVA Introduces the 1st KDVA Campus Club April 3, 2024 The Korea Defense Veterans Association (KDVA) is very excited to announce the 1st KDVA Campus Club at the University of Utah,…
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2024 Korea Revisit Program – Apply
The Revisit Korea Program for Korea Defense Veterans refers to a weeklong program provided by the Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs (MPVA) for Korea Defense Veterans…
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VERY THANKFUL FOR OUR DONORS.
