We are proud to announce our milestone achievement as the first Armed Forces charity to join the Institute of Employability Professionals (IEP) as a Corporate Affiliate Partner. The IEP is an esteemed international membership body for employment professionals, recognised as the ‘Gold Standard’ of employment across the UK and globally. Since its establishment in 2011, the IEP has grown to represent over 11,000 members worldwide, dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals facing societal disadvantages, such as ill health, disability, financial struggles, homelessness, and ex-offenders. By providing essential skills, knowledge, and resources, the IEP empowers these individuals to improve their employment prospects and secure fulfilling jobs. All WWTW Employment Advisors (EAs) have joined as Members and Associates, showcasing their competencies by earning MOEP (Member of the Institute of Employability Professionals) and AIEP (Associate of the Institute of Employability Professionals) designations. Additionally, WWTW EAs now have access to a Career Professional Development (CPD) Learning and Development platform, ensuring they stay current with UK legislation and best practices. This corporate membership significantly expands WWTW’s network, connecting the charity with business owners and employers of veterans across various sectors. Moreover, WWTW will spearhead veteran employment initiatives through the IEP. Victoria Wales, Regional Operations Manager at WWTW, Fellow of the IEP, and IEP accredited GOLD AI in Employment holder, commented,“The IEP sets the gold standard for employment professionals. WWTW’s new partnership highlights our Employment team’s exceptional outcomes for veterans and their families, ensuring we continue to deliver high-quality support services through comprehensive learning and development.”