Research-Driven
Every resource we produce is grounded in independent, peer-reviewed research — not assumption.
More Than a Nonprofit. A Movement for Veterans.
YOUR VOICE. OUR MISSION.
Speak Up Vets amplifies veterans' voices through practical, research-based education that builds self-advocacy, informs policy, and improves the community systems that shape their lives.
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit built at a unique intersection — where rigorous, independent research meets real-world veteran education. We don't just study the problems veterans face. We equip veterans with the knowledge, tools, and support to solve them.
WHO WE ARE
Veteran-Empowering
We translate complex systems into plain language so veterans can make informed decisions and advocate for themselves.
Policy-Focused
Our findings don't stop at publication. We bring veteran voices directly to policymakers and community leaders.
Meet the Founders
Tundra Gatewood, PhD
Co-Founder, Speak Up Vets · U.S. Air Force Veteran · Social Scientist & Human Capital Consultant
Tundra Gatewood, PhD, is a retired U.S. Air Force Veteran, social scientist, human capital consultant, and co-founder of Speak Up Vets, a research nonprofit advancing Veteran wellbeing through evidence-informed advocacy. Her research explores women Veterans’ wellbeing, social connectedness, military-to-civilian transitions, and aging-related resilience using qualitative approaches. Scholarly contributions include research collaborations focused on Veteran wellbeing and presentations at US national conferences.
Althea Green, PhD
Co-Founder, Speak Up Vets · U.S. Army Veteran · Social Scientist & Educational consultant
Althea Green, PhD, is a U.S. Army Veteran, social scientist, educator, and Chief Executive Officer of AlphaZeta Education, LLC. After retiring from the Army, she worked for 10 years at the Department of Defense as the (civilian) inaugural director of the enlisted-to-physician program at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, School of Medicine. She has published two peer-reviewed book chapters, co-authored multiple peer-reviewed journal articles, and presented her work at national and international conferences. Her research expertise includes health care equity, military and Veteran education initiatives, and advancing nontraditional learners.
HOW WE HELP
From Research to Real-World Impact
Speak Up Vets doesn't just study problems — we solve them.
We produce rigorous, evidence-based research that policymakers, organizations, and communities can rely on.
We translate findings into clear policy briefs and bring veteran-centered evidence directly to decision-makers.
We build workshops, resources, and information sessions that help veterans understand their options and advocate for themselves.
We collaborate with universities, advocacy groups, and government agencies to maximize reach and impact.
WHY IT MATTERS
Veterans deserve more than services — they deserve information, a voice, and the power to use both.
Too many veterans navigate benefits systems, healthcare decisions, and community resources without clear, independent guidance. Very few veteran-serving organizations invest in the rigorous research that helps close those gaps.
That's exactly the space Speak Up Vets was built to fill.
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