Memorial Day 2025

Each year, on the last Monday in May, we pause as a nation to honor the sacrifice made by dedicated members of the Armed Forces who gave their lives to protect the freedoms Americans hold so dear. As we reflect on their bravery and sense of duty, the Civil Rights Division expresses gratitude to our servicemembers, veterans, and the families who support them in service to this Nation.

The Civil Rights Division is proud to house the Servicemembers and Veterans Initiative (SVI), which seeks to strengthen and enhance the Justice Department’s efforts on behalf of servicemembers, veterans, and their families. Through targeted outreach, training, and policy development, SVI works with Division attorneys and staff to protect the employment, housing, financial, voting, and disability rights of the military community.

These patriots have given so much to our country and deserve to have their rights fully realized, just as they have boldly risked everything to keep the light of liberty shining bright. The Civil Rights Division reaffirms its commitment to the task of serving the military community as we give thanks for their devotion to our safety and freedom.

To learn more about SVI and the Civil Rights Division’s work on behalf of servicemembers, veterans, and their families, please visit www.servicemembers.gov.