It's all about training

Conflict Resolutions

National Headquarters training Tuesday video from May 28, 2024 is below.

​Wayne Zeman shares strategies for resolving conflict, active listening, managing emotions and effective communication.
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Wellcare Medicare Plans

National Headquarters training Tuesday video from March 26, 2024 is below. 

​Learn more about your healthcare options during this training session hosted by the American Legion in partnership with WellCare. Discover innovative solutions tailored for Medicare-eligible veterans and their spouses, ensuring comprehensive coverage at affordable rates.

Post Meetings

National Headquarters training Tuesday video from February 27, 2024 is below.

Learn how to conduct a post meeting. From set-up, the opening ceremony and adjournment, learn the fundamentals of running an effective post meeting with efficiency.
How To Conduct a Post Meeting
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​Resolutions

National Headquarters training Tuesday video from December 19, 2024 is below.

Learn how resolutions shape The American Legion, helping to develop impactful programs, allocating resources for veteran assistance, and advocating effectively on crucial national issues.
Resolution Training
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Welcoming New Members

Legion member Ventura "Ace" Tounsel shares tips to help create an inviting post environment for new and prospective members. Learn techniques that will make members feel valued, address common problems, and ensure inclusivity. Strategize ways to engage new members through events, websites and social media. Explore training resources like the free Online Basic Training course. Learn how traditions and ceremonies foster camaraderie and receive practical guidance for ways to involve new members in programs and activities.
Welcoming New Members
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Constitution & Bylaws

National Judge Advocate Mark Seavey discusses legal issues regarding the Legion's Constitution and By-Laws, trials and filing 990's. ​

Public Relations Toolkit​

​American Legion Deputy Director of Media Relations John Raughter shares best practices for using the Legion's Public Relations Toolkit at the post, district and department level. The toolkit features examples of news releases, media advisories and public service announcements, and information on networking, social media, podcasts, internal/external media, interviews and more.

Be The One



Below are a few videos pertaining to the Be The One.
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Homeless Veterans: Dr. Patrick McClellan is a retired U.S. Marine Corps sergeant major who has knowledge and expertise on how to help homeless veterans.

Resilience Through Fitness: Legionnaire and U.S. Army veteran Scott French, who found a unique path to healing through Diamond Dallas Page Yoga (DDPY), shares his journey and insights on how physical fitness can be used to support mental health resilience. After suffering from a blown lumbar, fused spine and impending knee replacement, French was left physically and mentally broken. However, with the help of DDPY, he was able to regain control of his life and establish the DDPY Tiger Battalion, which encourages regular workouts to improve mental health.

Talking about suicide without stigma: U.S. Marine veteran Jason Murrey, an expert in suicide prevention and mental health counseling shares advice on assisting veterans acting on suicidal thoughts. Murrey is a former Marine Corps. suicide prevention trainer and currently a prevention specialist for the Indiana Department of Education. Murrey will also discuss ways to improve outcomes for those struggling with addiction, behavioral health, homelessness, PTSD, depression or anxiety. 

Buddy Checks:American Legion Americanism Division Director Ron Neff discusses the importance of Buddy Checks and discusses best practices for doing Buddy Checks in your community.