Social Connection
Building community, connection, and belonging for veterans, service members, and families through shared experiences and peer support.
Social connection is a powerful part of healing — helping veterans, services members, family members, and caregivers feel supported, understood, and part of a strong veteran community.
At Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), we create meaningful opportunities for you to connect through events and peer support groups, bringing people together into welcoming spaces where shared experiences build camaraderie, trust, and encouragement.
Whether online or in person, WWP Peer Support Group and events help you build connections, find support, and move forward with a community beside you.
We're here to help you. Contact the WWP Resource Center for more information.
Stay connected through events and shared experiences that build camaraderie and confidence, strengthen your support network, and promote overall well-being.
The Alumni Connection Program focuses on in-person and virtual social events, sports, family activities, and networking opportunities to help veterans and families connect with each other.
WWP Peer Support Groups are small, peer-led groups that provide emotional support and shared experiences.
No. All registered warriors and family members are eligible to participate in Alumni Connection Program events.
Sign up for events anytime through the MyWWP® app and web portal — events are updated daily so you can find what works for you. You can also stay up to date through The Post, WWP’s weekly e-newsletter.
There are several different ways to find and attend a WWP Peer Support Group. The Post, our weekly e-newsletter can connect you to groups and events — simply click on “See Your Events” within the e-newsletter. From the event schedule page, search “peer support group” and filter by your region or for virtual listings only.
You can also find local and virtual groups and events through the MyWWP® app and web portal they are updated daily so you can find what works for you — available to all registered warriors and family members.
As always, the WWP Resource Center is here to help and can connect you with a group — just call 888.WWP.ALUM (997.2586).
If you are not currently registered with WWP, please visit our registration page for details about who is eligible to register with WWP and how to get started. Veterans, service members, families, and caregivers are eligible to join WWP.
Yes! We welcome and encourage family members and caregivers to take part in activities alongside their veteran or service member. While some experiences are specifically warrior-only engagement, many are designed to include loved ones.
Like all WWP programs, there is absolutely no cost to registered veterans, service members, and their families to participate in Alumni Connection Program events.
Once you’ve registered with WWP, you can access WWP programs, services, and resources in two ways:
Both options give you access to WWP programs, services, and resources, personalized to your needs and delivered in the way that works best for you.
“The organization has given me a much-needed connection to the veteran community and a purpose much bigger than myself.”
Warrior
Mike Heller
“My Peer Support group allowed me to make those veteran-to-veteran connections that helped me overcome some of my challenges.”
Warrior
Tyshawn Jenkins
“Being with WWP has helped me connect with other people I can relate to and feel comfortable around.”
Warrior
Sharona Young
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