About the Veterans Advisory Council
Empowering veterans to make their voices heard and driving meaningful change in veteran services nationwide.
Our Mission
The Veterans Advisory Council serves as America's largest platform empowering veterans to make their voices heard loud and clear on issues that matter most.
We collect, document, and amplify veteran concerns regarding VA healthcare quality, mental health services, HUD-VASH housing, case management, property management issues, appointment wait times, Federal Whistleblower Protection Act compliance, VA OIG complaints, housing authority oversight, education benefits, employment services, and more.
Through collective advocacy, data-driven insights, and direct engagement with policymakers, we work to ensure every veteran receives the care, benefits, and respect they have earned through their service.
1M+
Complaints Filed
50K+
Active Members
500+
Policy Changes
48
States Active
Our Values
Integrity
We operate with complete transparency and honesty in all our advocacy work.
Accountability
We hold ourselves and institutions accountable to the veterans we serve.
Transparency
We believe in open communication and making information accessible to all.
Compassion
We approach every veteran's concern with empathy and understanding.
Leadership Team
Our leadership team brings decades of military experience and a deep commitment to serving fellow veterans.
James Mitchell
Executive Director
U.S. Army (Ret.)
24 years of service
Sarah Rodriguez
Director of Advocacy
U.S. Navy (Ret.)
18 years of service
Michael Thompson
Policy Director
U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.)
20 years of service
Patricia Williams
Community Outreach
U.S. Air Force (Ret.)
16 years of service
Our Journey
Founded
Veterans Advisory Council established by a group of veterans committed to change.
First 10,000 Complaints
Reached our first major milestone in documenting veteran concerns.
National Recognition
Recognized by Congress for our advocacy work during the pandemic.
500,000 Voices
Half a million veterans joined our platform to share their experiences.
1 Million Strong
Surpassed one million complaints, making us America's largest veteran advocacy database.