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Army veteran and Director at the George W. Bush Institute, Jason has advised senior military leaders and U.S. presidents. He will present “Creative Collaboration: Check Out Check-In as a Model.” 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more: nextmissionsummit.org 🎟

A combat veteran, clinician, and Pat Tillman Scholar, Tim is the co-founder of The Wounded Healer Project. He will speak on “The Missing Piece: Moral Injury and Justice-Involved Veterans” and join the “Complementary & Alternative Therapies” panel. 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel

Psychologist and Director at Heroic Hearts Project, Ken advances psychedelic-assisted healing for veterans. He will present “Psychedelic Healing for Veterans” and join the “Complementary & Alternative Therapies” panel. 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more:

A 21-year veteran of the Air Force and founder of the Moral Compass Federation, Travis advocates for awareness of moral injury and support for veterans. He will deliver Closing Remarks on Day 1 and Welcome Remarks on Day 2. 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more:

Professor at USC and retired Army colonel, Dr. Castro is a leading researcher on military culture, PTSD, and suicide prevention. He will present “The Warrior’s Shadow: Moral Injury and Suicide.” 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more: nextmissionsummit.org 🎟

Assistant Professor of Neurology at UCLA, Dr. Bickart specializes in sports and behavioral neurology through UCLA BrainSPORT and Operation Mend. His clinical care and research focus on brain circuit mapping to support recovery from chronic neurological symptoms. He also co-hosts

Professor at UCSF and psychologist at the San Francisco VA, Dr. Maguen has authored 200+ publications on PTSD, moral injury, and suicide. She will present “Moral Injury in Veterans: Definition, Measurement and Treatment.” 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more:

Psychologist and Director at Heroic Hearts Project, Ken advances psychedelic-assisted healing for veterans. He will present “Psychedelic Healing for Veterans” and join the “Complementary & Alternative Therapies” panel. 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more:

A combat veteran, clinician, and Pat Tillman Scholar, Tim is the co-founder of The Wounded Healer Project. He will speak on “The Missing Piece: Moral Injury and Justice-Involved Veterans” and join the “Complementary & Alternative Therapies” panel. 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel

Retired law enforcement officer and founder of On Mission Motorsports, Jeff utilizes motorsports to promote healing and camaraderie among first responders and veterans. He will join the “Healing Through Experience” panel. 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more:

Professor in Residence Emerita at UCLA and longtime VA psychiatrist, Dr. Ames has published over 100 works on serious mental illness and moral injury. She will join a Fireside Chat. 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more: nextmissionsummit.org 🎟 Register:

Navy veteran and founder of Warriors to Wilderness, Jason empowers veterans through outdoor therapy and hunting retreats. He will join the “Healing Through Experience” panel. 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more: nextmissionsummit.org 🎟 Register:

Army Ranger veteran and founder of Gulf Coast Valor, Mike provides decompression retreats for active-duty SOF. He will join the “Healing Through Experience” panel. 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more: nextmissionsummit.org 🎟 Register: nextmissionsummit-UCLA.eventbrite.com

Head of Public Sector at Ipsos and former VA Chief Experience Officer, John is a Marine veteran and global leader in veteran reintegration. He will join the panel “State of the State.” 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more: nextmissionsummit.org 🎟 Register:

Secretary of CalVet and U.S. Navy veteran, Lindsey is the first woman to lead California’s Department of Veterans Affairs since 1975. She will join the panel “State of the State.” 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more: nextmissionsummit.org 🎟 Register:

Former Navy SEAL and Executive Director of the Warrior Heritage Foundation, Justin leads veteran programming and advocacy at Bob Hope Patriotic Hall. He will present “Changing the Veteran Landscape.” 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more: nextmissionsummit.org 🎟

Marine Corps veteran and psychiatrist at UCLA/VA Greater LA, Dr. Dunn is a national leader in interventional psychiatry and psychedelic research. He will co-present “Research to Promote Warrior Brain Health.” 📅 October 14–15 | UCLA Covel Commons 🔗 Learn more:

Director of the UCLA/VA Veteran Family Wellbeing Center, Tom has supported military and veteran families since 2008. He pioneered telehealth delivery of the FOCUS program, helping thousands of veterans and families build resilience through skill-based care. He will present on

We love seeing stories like this brought to life on stage!🎭 Pioneering psychiatrist Dr. Donna Ames, who recently spoke at the Next Mission Summit, just let us know about Parallel Process, and we wanted to share it with you. It's a powerful new play exploring moral injury,