Introducing the Veterans Project
@Chairborne, aka 'The Veterans Project', is indented to support military serving and retired members who are part or wish to be part of the Steemit community.
- Curation of veteran tags and tag initiatives
- Curation of posts by veterans
- List of veteran accounts (our 'followed' list)
- 1 on 1 Steemit-related mentorship where requested
- Account creation options for verified veterans where requested
- Future discounts and promotions
The Vets Behind the Project
The project is initiated and managed by @guiltyparties with support from @anarcho-andrei. The @chairborne account is operated by Patriot (on Steemit.chat) from the @guiltyparties team. Both @anarcho-andrei and @guiltyparties are Steemit witnesses.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What will you see us do?
Upvote, share and curate content as well offer any support we can to veteran projects.
What will you not see us do?
Flag, comment spam/upvote, or create a paid voting/resteem services.
Who do we support?
All existing Steemit members and potential members who are currently serving or have served in any branch of the armed forces. Currently, due to a limited verification process, we focus on American and Canadian service men and women.
We treat minnows, dolphins and whales equally.
Who do we not support?
Anyone who is either known or becomes to known to us as having received a dishonerable discharge or is either known or becomes to known to us as having conducted themselves in a grossly-negligent or criminal manner during their service. Our policy is zero tolerance.
This project is not affiliated with any Steemit initiative that offers services based on the monetary evaluation or otherwise appraisal of an individual.
Further, this account and project does not support fundraising efforts for individuals or charities.
I'm a vet, how do I get my name on the list?
Reply below or jump on Steemit.chat and have a talk with Patriot (Canadian vets) or Anarcho-Andrei (US vets). If replying below, we will check your account for previous mentions of your service.
I'm a vet who signed up for Steemit but something went wrong, can you help?
Check the 'verification' section below and jump on Steemit.chat with us.
How can I help?
This project and account are not designed to make money. Please do not send donations. If you like what we're doing and wish to thank us, consider voting for our witnesses @guiltyparties and @anarcho-andrei. Instructions on how to vote can be found here.
Continuous Improvement
This account will rely on both manual efforts as well as the implementation of automated custom-made tools. To ensure it stays true to its mission it will be managed based on the principle of cyclical evaluation to ensure continuous improvement.
Verification Process
As account creation is not free and our delegatable SP is not endless, proof of service is required to apply. A simple chat with either Patriot (Canadian vets) or Anarcho-Andrei (US vets) via Steemit.chat will suffice. We can tell when someone is full of shit. For example, you either know how to put on your uniform or you don't.
Signature Badges
Free to use in your posts, signature, or however you see fit.
Thank you for starting a way for veterans to work together here on steemit. I have met a few other veterans in the homesteading community, but haven't seen a way for us to get involved. I will be using that sweet signature you made!
Welcome to Steem @chairborne I have upvoted and sent you a tip
For that magnificent meme comment, I award you: extra duty. Now grab your e-tool and start filling sandbags! :D
Roger that Sir.
Grabs e-shovel
Or a ruler with some scissors and get out there to the drill field. I want 2 inch lengths for the whole 2 acre field lol.
Can I join the group still in the service. Owned until my ets 2021 or so I think lol
I just found the work you are doing. I joined Steemit 5 days ago. US Marine Veteran 1995 to 2003. I went to boot camp at Parris Island, did MOS training (6154) at Millington Tn, and Stationed the rest of my tour on Camp Pendleton with HMLA 267 and HMLA 775. @chairborne
Please add me to the list! I would love to take part in this as well. Let me know what i can do! Thanks
Welcome to Steemit! This was a really nice post. Nicely done.Thanks for sharing :) Keep on Steeming.If you have any doubts, you can always join Steemit.chat and ask for #help.
Hi @chairborne, I just stopped back to let you know your post was one of my favourite reads and I included it in my Steemit Ramble. You can read what I wrote about your post here.
If you’d like to nominate someone’s post just visit the Steemit Ramble Discord
Just found you guys.
USMC veteran 1992 - 1996
MOS 2881
Did the normal Paris island, PCS to Yuma but then sent to Okinawa after 18 months....
back to San Diego Recruit Depot HQ unit to finish out my tour.
Will vote for your witness
This is such a great idea. Found out about this initiative from @rakkasan84. I'm a vet who served in the Air Force at F.E.Warren in Cheyenne Wyo. Regarding verification DD214s with SS# masked or VA ID Cards. Just a thought.
Thank you for your service.