Meet the New Leader for Military Family Readiness Policy

Strong families are the foundation of a mission-ready force. In this powerful conversation, host Bruce Moody speaks with Stephen B. Simmons — Marine veteran, military spouse, father and new deputy assistant secretary of war for Military Community and Family Policy. Simmons shares how supporting military families drives retention, readiness and resilience and outlines his vision for transforming quality of life through initiatives like nutrition, mental health and spouse employment. This episode connects policy to everyday military life and why it matters for the future of the force.

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• Stephen B. Simmons
• Deployment Support
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• Parent Support & Resources