Adrienne L. Schaffer, Esq. (Colonel Retired US Army)
Every Military Brat Has the Capacity to Lead.
Leadership at Brat Corps® is not defined by rank, title, age, or position.
It begins with belonging.
When people feel connected to a community that values their experiences, they gain the confidence to serve, inspire, and lead others.
Every Brat Corps® Post™ is a place where leadership is discovered, developed, and demonstrated through service to others.
Whether you are a young military brat attending your first meeting or an adult mentoring the next generation, your leadership journey begins here.
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Dr. Marubian Affinii, PhD
A Leadership Culture, Not Just a Leadership Program
Leadership is woven into every aspect of Brat Corps®.
Members lead by:
Welcoming new families.
Mentoring younger military brats.
Preserving our shared history.
Organizing community projects.
Supporting military-connected families.
Building partnerships.
Strengthening local communities.
Every experience becomes an opportunity to grow as a leader.
Leadership Across Every Stage of Life
Brat Corps® believes leadership develops throughout the military brat journey.
Little Brats™
Confidence, teamwork, kindness, and curiosity.
Young Adults
Career readiness, mentorship, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement.
Youth Leadership
Communication, responsibility, collaboration, and service.
Adult Leadership
Community building, governance, advocacy, and organizational leadership.
Heritage Leaders
Legacy, historical preservation, mentoring, and institutional continuity.
Leadership never ends.
It evolves.
Leadership Opportunities
Every Brat Corps® Post™ offers opportunities for members to grow through meaningful responsibility.
Examples include:
Event Planning
Community Outreach
Membership Engagement
Volunteer Coordination
Heritage Projects
Youth Mentoring
Public Speaking
Team Leadership
Community Service
Program Development
Leadership is learned by doing.
Mentorship
One of the greatest strengths of Brat Corps® is the opportunity for generations to learn from one another.
Military brats who have navigated multiple moves, deployments, transitions, and careers bring invaluable wisdom to those beginning similar journeys.
Mentorship transforms individual experiences into collective strength.
Leadership Through Service
Brat Corps® encourages every member to make a meaningful contribution to their community.
Service may include:
Supporting military families.
Organizing volunteer projects.
Assisting local schools.
Participating in civic initiatives.
Preserving military brat history.
Strengthening partnerships.
Serving fellow members.
Leadership becomes visible through service
Leadership Recognition
Leadership should be celebrated.
Brat Corps® recognizes members who demonstrate exceptional commitment through:
Leadership Certificates
Service Awards
Community Recognition
National Honors
Heritage Awards
Youth Achievement Recognition
Volunteer Excellence Awards
Recognition inspires continued service and encourages future leaders.
Building Tomorrow's Leaders Today
The challenges facing military-connected communities require leaders who understand resilience, adaptability, service, and belonging.
Every Brat Corps® Post™ contributes to developing those leaders.
By investing in people today, we strengthen communities for generations to come.
Your Leadership Journey Starts Here.
Whether you are leading your first project, mentoring a new member, or helping establish a new Brat Corps® Post™, your contribution matters.
Leadership is not reserved for a select few.
It belongs to every member willing to serve.
Join a community where leadership is developed through purpose, strengthened through service, and sustained through belonging.
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