Our impact
2025

I am proud to present the Forces Employment Charity’s
2025 impact report during our 140th anniversary, a milestone for our commitment to the Armed Forces community.

This year, we provided strong employment support for Service leavers and managed growing numbers in our veterans’ and families’ programmes. We worked with the Ministry of Defence, the Office for Veterans’ Affairs, and Cobseo to improve employment opportunities. By linking CTP and Op ASCEND, we help businesses access talent and ensure veterans and families receive ongoing support in their civilian careers.

Also in 2025, our Op NOVA programme continued to deliver vital support to veterans across England, while we expanded our Justice Services into Scotland and gained funding for Wales, allowing us to reach even more veterans in need. Our work with police, probation, the NHS, Op Courage, and prisons helps prevent reoffending and build long-term stability.

These achievements were only possible thanks to our dedicated staff, generous supporters, and committed funders. Thank you for helping us make a lasting difference.

Alistair Halliday
Chief Executive

Our year
in numbers

Last year we:

Directly supported
23,275 ex-Forces personnel
and their family members

Engaged a further
32,829 members of the
military community

Reached
an additional
770,776 people online

Clients
by service

63% Army

16% Royal Navy &
Royal Marines

12% Royal Air Force

7% Military
families

2% Reservists

Junior rank 59%

Senior rank / NCO or senior rate 23%

Officer 9%

Senior officer 2%

Spouse/family 7%

Under 18 1%

18-24 6%

25-34 25%

35-44 32%

45-54 23%

55 and over 13%

Veterans’ employment 51%

CTP Service leavers 23%

Specialist pathways 10%

Justice services 9%

Military families’ employment 7%

Hear what some of
the people we support have to say...

Find out more below
about how we support

veterans transition families justice employers

55% increase in
mentoring
applications

84% of veteran clients
reported an improvement
in their motivation to
find employment

832 new people joined our TechVets community

Veteran pathways
to employment success

“If you feel like you’ve got nobody
to turn to, just drop an email to the
Forces Employment Charity,
and they will certainly help you.”

David Hirons RAF

Watch David's story

In 2025, we directly supported 6,557 veterans, helping thousands secure meaningful employment and rebuild confidence. From our veterans’ employment services to specialist support for complex needs, executive coaching, and initiatives for women and Gurkha communities, as well as TechVets opening doors to high-growth tech careers, our impact was life-changing. Every success reflects resilience, confidence restored, and futures rebuilt.

55% increase in
mentoring
applications

84% of veteran clients
reported an improvement
in their motivation to
find employment

832 new people joined our TechVets community

Helping Service leavers
succeed beyond the military

“I don’t think I would have survived as well as I have without the assistance of CTP and Clive.”

Luisa Army

Watch Luisa's story

Our teams within the Career Transition Partnership achieved remarkable results for those transitioning from military to civilian life this year. From CTP Assist’s 95% success rate in achieving vocational outcomes to Future Horizons supporting 2,707 Early Service Leavers, the impact is evident. Behind the figures are stories of resilience and hope; clients securing careers, education, and confidence thanks to dedicated teams who adapt to make every transition successful.

95% of CTP Assist clients
achieved their preferred
vocational outcome
within six months

2,707 Early Service Leavers
were assessed by our
Future Horizons team

264 bespoke employer events delivered by our
Employer Engagement team

Creating opportunities
for military families

“When Sarah called, it made my day. I felt like I’m not alone.”

Sera Laliqavoka Koroi Military spouse

Watch Sera's story

This year, even more military spouses, partners and young people turned to us to achieve their career goals. Ninety-three per cent of attendees reported that their job search skills improved through our Empowering You workshops, delivered in partnership with Barclays. Meanwhile, 246 young people gained confidence and valuable career insights through school sessions and work experience placements with employers such as Sky and Amazon. These programmes are helping service families turn challenges into opportunities and thrive beyond military life.

82% of young people
improved their
job search skills

88% of Families programme
clients improved their confidence

921 military spouses, partners and
young people supported in 2025

Transforming justice
support for veterans

“NOVA made me realise I wasn’t a lost cause; there was light at the end of the tunnel.”

Mark Reeves Royal Navy

Watch Mark's Story

Op NOVA achieved full national coverage in England during 2025, NOVA Scotland established a formal referral pathway with Police Scotland, and we secured funding for NOVA Wales. Our Justice Services team broadened partnerships in prisons, including a pioneering contract at the UK’s first all-electric green prison and together they promoted practical skills, improved mental health, and reduced reoffending, creating safer communities and brighter futures for veterans.

1,172 veterans received
direct support from
our justice teams

90% of clients found Op NOVA’s
advice to be helpful
or extremely helpful

100% of NOVA Scotland clients improved their mental health

Supporting employers
to unlock military talent

This year, we worked with even more employers to open doors for the Armed Forces community. From 297 tailored events and 12 national Employment Fairs to sourcing 23,389 job vacancies, our efforts connected companies with thousands of Service leavers, veterans, and military family members, providing vital networking opportunities. Through innovations like Op ASCEND, we’ve supported businesses in adopting inclusive recruitment practices and enabled veterans and their families to succeed in meaningful careers.

“[FEC] has put veteran recruitment on the map for our internal stakeholders and hiring managers. They are now more aware of the benefits of hiring veterans.”

Tom Glennie Close Brothers