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Va. Army National Guard

The Virginia National Guard is a unique dual-status force with a federal mission to provide a combat reserve for the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force to fight our nation’s wars and a state mission to provide a response force that answers the call of the Governor to defend the commonwealth.

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Va. Air National Guard

The Virginia National Guard is a unique dual-status force with a federal mission to provide a combat reserve for the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force to fight our nation’s wars and a state mission to provide a response force that answers the call of the Governor to defend the commonwealth.

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Va. Defense Force

The Virginia Defense Force is authorized by the Code of the Virginia as the all-volunteer reserve of the Virginia National Guard and serves as a force multiplier integrated into all Guard domestic operations.

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Commonwealth ChalleNGe

The Mission of the Virginia National Guard Commonwealth ChalleNGe Youth Academy is to intervene in the lives of 16-18 year old teenagers by providing the values, skills, education, and self-discipline needed to produce responsible, productive citizens, and to do so in a highly structured learning environment.

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Winchester STARBASE

STARBASE is a Department of Defense educational program, sponsored by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs, where students participate in 25 hours of “hands-on, mind-on” activities in science, technology, engineering and math over five days.

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Welcome to Virginia Department of Military Affairs

The Virginia Department of Military Affairs State Team provides professional and responsive state support functions to the Adjutant General of Virginia, the Virginia National Guard, and the Virginia Defense Force in order to ensure their ability to support and defend the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The agency is comprised of the Virginia Army National Guard, the Virginia Air National Guard and the Virginia Defense Force, and DMA also manages the Commonwealth ChalleNGe Youth Academy and Winchester STARBASE Academy.

 

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A message from Maj. Gen. James W. Ring, the Adjutant General of Virginia, about Virginia National Guard planning for a potential lapse in federal funding:Team,Annual funding for much of the Federal Government expires on Saturday, September 30. Effective and prudent leadership requires the proper preparation for all contingencies, including the possibility that a lapse in appropriations could occur.At my direction, the staff and command teams have updated our contingency plans should we need to execute an orderly shutdown, as outlined in the guidance received from the Department of Defense and the National Guard Bureau. Until the Virginia National Guard receives such guidance, we will continue to perform operations as normal.If Congress fails to pass a Continuing Resolution Act or the necessary appropriations bills by midnight Saturday, all Virginia National Guard employees, technicians, Active Guard/Reserve members, and Department of Military Affairs employees will report for duty as scheduled. Personnel should anticipate continuing planned activities until directed otherwise. This includes scheduled inactive duty training, military education and schools, annual training periods, and other associated National Guard activities.As the combat reserve of the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force, the Virginia National Guard maintains an unwavering commitment to build and sustain readiness at the individual and unit levels. This commitment is an absolute necessity for the preservation of our National Security. Training our personnel, maintaining our equipment, and planning for current and future operations are key to achieving our readiness goals.Our Soldiers and Airmen, both at home and abroad, will continue to safeguard our national defense, support civil authorities, and serve the great Commonwealth of Virginia and our Nation.I cannot underscore how proud I am of the professionalism and integrity each of you show in the face of the prevailing uncertainty. Your service is not only valued, but profoundly appreciated, and I extend my gratitude to your families for their support and understanding. Rest assured; we will overcome these challenges together.Guard what you love!James W. RingMajor General, VAARNGAdjutant General ... See MoreSee Less

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Welcome to Virginia Department of Military Affairs

The Virginia Department of Military Affairs State Team provides professional and responsive state support functions to the Adjutant General of Virginia, the Virginia National Guard, and the Virginia Defense Force in order to ensure their ability to support and defend the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia. The agency is comprised of the Virginia […]

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