National Security Chairman

Amanda Washburn

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National Security Key Resources
National National Security Page
Salute to Servicemembers Award Info
POW/MIA or Missing Man Table
Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency

National Security

Purpose: The purpose of the National Security Committee is to promote a strong national defense. Standing Rule #7, Core National Standing Committees

Key Program Statements: 

  • Raise awareness of POW/MIAs and the work being performed by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) in the search for missing personnel.
  • The ALA National Security program maintains and promotes a strong national defense by strengthening and supporting military servicemembers and their families.
  • Support all military families by working with their command group and family readiness groups.
  • Support and enhance Legion Family and partner initiatives that strive to improve the Quality of Life (QoL) of our servicemembers and their families.

National Program Awards

  • Unit Award: Most Outstanding Unit National Security Program (per division)

  • Department Award: Dorothy Pearl Best Department National Security Program (per division)

  • Salute to Servicemembers Award