04/20/2026
April is Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) Awareness Month—a time to recognize the strength, resilience, and ongoing challenges faced by veterans living with spinal cord injuries and other disabilities.
Thousands of Americans—including many veterans—experience life-changing spinal cord injuries every year. Organizations like PVA step in to ensure these individuals have access to the care, benefits, employment opportunities, and support they’ve earned through their service.
From advocating for accessible communities and quality healthcare to advancing research and providing adaptive sports and career programs, PVA is working every day to help veterans live with greater independence and dignity.
PVA Awareness Month is a call to action. It’s about sharing stories, raising awareness, and supporting the programs that empower veterans and their families.
As we reflect this month, let’s ask ourselves: how can we contribute to building a more accessible, inclusive world for those who have sacrificed so much?
Learn how you can get involved: https://pva.org/get-involved/