Degree in service

At the age of 18, Heidi Moss decided to join the Army straight from school. However, after six years’ service and having been identified as a potential officer, she became aware that further education was requi...

PGCE on posting

Laura Danieli, a teacher and Service spouse, spoke to Army&You about gaining qualifications whilst living overseas… HAVING qualified as a teacher through the Italian education system, Laura has always ...

Aiming higher

When you see a framed photo of a graduate clutching their scroll and wearing a mortarboard and gown, do you wish you had a degree? There is no need to feel like you’ve missed the boat – people of all ages can s...

How we live

Earlier this year, AFF’s Big Survey received a record number of responses when we asked how you want to live as an Army family. The results will help inform the MOD as it plans how Service families will be hous...

Triple tears of pride

PARENTS Traci and Mark Duffy shed tears of pride as they watched their triplets – Lauren, Mirran and Connor – realise their lifelong ambition to serve in the British Army. The trio, who were born nine weeks pr...

Army life through the lens

For more than a decade, Rory Lewis has been honing his craft to become one of the UK’s most prolific portrait photographers. His work has been acquired by London's National Portrait Gallery and is exhibited wor...

Friends of the Forces

Kate Viggers delves into the practical help available to military families from a variety of Service charities… MILITARY families are resilient and most of you cope happily throughout your soldier’s career...

Teen travellers

An overseas posting can offer a whole host of new experiences. However, such a significant change in lifestyle can have a considerable effect on young people in Army families. AFF UK & Overseas Director Jul...

Overcoming challenges

Employment for Army family members is high on the agenda of the MOD, government and Service charities. There can be numerous barriers to finding a job or regular income, yet AFF Employment & Training Specia...

One for the road

With more than 30 million cars on UK roads alone, driving is – for the vast majority of us – an essential part of everyday life. But for Service families, it can be a lifeline. Kate Viggers finds out more… ...