"IAVA strives to build an empowered generation of veterans who provide sustainable leadership for our country and their local communities. We work toward this vision through programs in four key impact areas: supporting new veterans in Health, Education, Employment and building a lasting Community for vets and their families (HEEC)." "Mission: Improve the lives of Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and their families. Vision: An empowered generation of veterans who provide sustainable leadership for our country and their communities."