Training Tuesdays
The last Tuesday of each month American Legion National Headquarters staff will present 60 to 90-minute sessions on topics aimed at post commanders and adjutants. Each session will be recorded and made available for later viewing.
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Next Session
May 27, 2025 at 7 p.m. Eastern
Consolidated Post Reports/Consolidated Squadron Reports
This training will focus on how to complete the Consolidated Post Report (CPR) and Consolidated Squadron Report (CSR) ahead of the July 31, 2025, deadline. This interactive session will walk participants through the reporting forms, highlight why both qualitative and quantitative data matter, and offer networking opportunities to support completion efforts.
What to Expect:
- Step-by-step walkthrough of CPR and CSR forms
- Insight into how data supports national advocacy
- Guidance on submitting accurate and complete reports
- Peer-to-peer support and shared strategies
Previously Recorded Sessions
Jan. 28, 2025
How to run a post
Indiana Legionnaire Angel M. Faulkner will provide practical guidance on how to effectively manage a post.
Sept. 24, 2024
Resolutions
Learn how to craft a clear and correctly formatted resolution.
June 25, 2024
Welcoming New Members
Legion member Ventura "Ace" Tounsel shares tips to help create an inviting post environment for new and prospective members. Learn techniques that will make members feel valued, address common problems, and ensure inclusivity. Strategize ways to engage new members through events, websites and social media. Explore training resources like the free Online Basic Training course. Learn how traditions and ceremonies foster camaraderie and receive practical guidance for ways to involve new members in programs and activities.
WATCH VIDEO / DOWNLOAD POWERPOINT
May 28, 2024
Conflict Resolutions
Wayne Zeman shares strategies for resolving conflict, active listening, managing emotions and effective communication.
WATCH VIDEO / DOWNLOAD POWERPOINT
March 26, 2024
Wellcare Medicare Plans
Learn more about your healthcare options during this training session hosted by the American Legion in partnership with WellCare. Discover innovative solutions tailored for Medicare-eligible veterans and their spouses, ensuring comprehensive coverage at affordable rates.
WATCH VIDEO / DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT
Feb. 27, 2024
Post Meetings
Learn how to conduct a post meeting. From set-up, the opening ceremony and adjournment, learn the fundamentals of running an effective post meeting with efficiency.
WATCH VIDEO / DOWNLOAD PPT / Download Post Meeting Script
Jan. 30, 2024
Service Animals
We explore the impact of service dogs on the lives of veterans, and share best practices for interacting with service dogs.
Share general qualifications for service dogs
Address veteran eligibility requirements
The do's and don'ts of interacting with service animals
Respectful behavior around a service dog team
Best practices when around a service dog
WATCH VIDEO / DOWNLOAD PRESENTATION
Dec. 19, 2023
Resolutions
Learn how resolutions shape The American Legion, helping to develop impactful programs, allocating resources for veteran assistance, and advocating effectively on crucial national issues.
Nov. 28, 2023
Implementing the 21st Century Report
Focusing on strategies for implementing the 21st Century report, Matthew Herndon, Director of Internal Affairs and Membership at The American Legion, highlighted proactive communication, integrated training, and consistent updates to align Legion efforts with its recommendations.
WATCH VIDEO / 1997 21st Century Report / 2019 21st Century Ad Hoc Committee Final Report / 21st Century Implementation Survey Executive Summary
Oct. 24, 2023
Be The One: Helping Our Homeless Veterans
Dr. Patrick McClellan is a retired U.S. Marine Corps sergeant major who has knowledge and expertise on how to help homeless veterans.
Sept. 26, 2023
Building Stronger Communities: Starting an American Legion Post
We explore how to identify your core mission and role within your community, discuss the organizational and administrative tasks involved with starting a new post and provide tips and resources for recruiting members and establishing core leader ship teams.
June 27, 2023
Be The One: Resilience Through Fitness
Legionnaire and U.S. Army veteran Scott French, who found a unique path to healing through Diamond Dallas Page Yoga (DDPY), shares his journey and insights on how physical fitness can be used to support mental health resilience. After suffering from a blown lumbar, fused spine and impending knee replacement, French was left physically and mentally broken. However, with the help of DDPY, he was able to regain control of his life and establish the DDPY Tiger Battalion, which encourages regular workouts to improve mental health.
May 30, 2023
Community Engagement
Brian Mohlman, membership committee chairman from Sgt. Michael A. Dickinson II Post 257 in Battle Creek, Mich. discussed how posts can make an impact in their community by engaging creative solutions and adapting to changing circumstances. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insight on how to increase membership in your post.
April 25, 2023
Be The One: Talking about suicide without stigma
U.S. Marine veteran Jason Murrey, an expert in suicide prevention and mental health counseling shares advice on assisting veterans acting on suicidal thoughts. Murrey is a former Marine Corps. suicide prevention trainer and currently a prevention specialist for the Indiana Department of Education. Murrey will also discuss ways to improve outcomes for those struggling with addiction, behavioral health, homelessness, PTSD, depression or anxiety.
March 28, 2023
Be The One: Buddy Checks
American Legion Americanism Division Director Ron Neff discusses the importance of Buddy Checks and discusses best practices for doing Buddy Checks in your community.
Feb. 28, 2023
Veterans Yoga Project
Jeff Masters, founder and director of the Masters Institute, and member of the board of directors for Veteran’s Yoga Project discusses how yoga can benefit physical and mental health.
Jan. 31, 2023
Getting to know MyLegion.org
Creating a MyLegion.org account
Updated MyLegion.org PowerPoint Presentations
MyLegion.org - Getting Started
MyLegion.org - Group Administrative Tasks
MyLegion.org - Manage Groups
MyLegion.org - Member Overview
MyLegion.org - Process Membership
Nov. 29, 2022
Grassroots Advocacy
American Legion Washington D.C. Legislative Associate John Kamin discussed how Legionnaires can make their voices heard on Capitol Hill through digital advocacy and shared how members can get involved through the Legion’s Grassroots Action Center to develop their own local action networks.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022
Service Officers and Appeals
Veterans appeals representatives from The American Legion National Headquarters will cover the status of increasing claims since the passing of the PACT Act, the appeals process, virtual hearings and more.
Service Officer Training Information
Department Service Officer Lesson Agenda
New Service Officer Lesson Agenda
Sept. 27, 2022
Welcoming New Members
How to provide a welcoming environment for new and existing members, and how the National Emergency Fund assist posts, Legionnaires and Sons of The American Legion members following a natural disaster.
View presentation / Q&A / PowerPoint
June 30, 2022
Constitution & Bylaws
National Judge Advocate Mark Seavey discusses legal issues regarding the Legion's Constitution and By-Laws, trials and filing 990's.
April 26, 2022
Membership Renewal & Retention
National Membership & Post Activities Committee Chairman Jay Bowen of Colorado and National Headquarters staff, present latest membership metrics and the importance of Consolidated Post Reports and Consolidated Squadron Reports.
Legislative staff also provides an update on toxic exposure legislation.
PowerPoint Presentations
MyLegion.org - Getting Started
MyLegion.org - Group Administrative Tasks
MyLegion.org - Manage Groups
MyLegion.org - Member Overview
MyLegion.org - Process Membership
March 29, 2022
Public Relations Toolkit
American Legion Deputy Director of Media Relations John Raughter shares best practices for using the Legion's Public Relations Toolkit at the post, district and department level. The toolkit features examples of news releases, media advisories and public service announcements, and information on networking, social media, podcasts, internal/external media, interviews and more.
View presentation / PowerPoint / Q&A
Jan. 25, 2022
Legislative Priorities
Learn about The American Legion's legislative priorities and how posts can assist at the grassroots level.
View presentation / PowerPoint / Q&A
Nov. 30. 2021
Veterans Strengthening America
The vision and mission statements, along with the value principles and motto, help define the purpose of The American Legion, align the organization’s resources toward a successful future, provide clear and effective decision guidance.
View presentation / PowerPoint / Q&A
Oct. 27
Resolution Writing
This Training Tuesday session focused on the key components of a resolution, how to format resolutions, and navigate the resolution archive on The American Legion's Digital Archive.
Video presentation / PowerPoint / Q&A
MyLegion.org Workshop at National Convention in Phoenix
MyLegion.org - How to register an account, manage groups, process membership, view reports and more. Presented at National Convention in Phoenix, 2021.
PowerPoint / Q&A
May 25, 2021
MyLegion.org
Updates on MyLegion.org known issues and how they are being resolved; the registration process and common errors; what's new on the platform; online membership processing, including possible errors and how to prevent them; and reports update.
Video Presentation / PowerPoint / Q&A
April 27, 2021
Military Transition Centers Engagement Program
Video Presentation / PowerPoint / Q&A
Mar. 30, 2021
MyLegion Video Training Series
Feb. 23, 2021
National American Legion College Application Process
Video Presentation / PowerPoint / Q&A
MyLegion.org Update: Membership Processing
Video Presentation / PowerPoint / Q&A
Jan. 26, 2020
Membership Retention
Video Presentation / PowerPoint / 2021 Retention Plan / Commander Call to Action
Dec. 29, 2020
Helping Veterans - American Legion National Assistance Programs
Temporary Financial Assistance (TFA)
Video Presentation / PowerPoint / Q&A
Operation Comfort Warrior (OCW)
Video Presentation / PowerPoint / Q&A
December 18, 2020
Department myLegion Status Update
National Headquarters IT Division staff, Deputy Director Joe Gallagher and Product Support Specialist Libby Vickers, provide a myLegion status update to Departments.
Video Presentation / PowerPoint / Q&A
November 24, 2020
Post Administration
Maryland Department Adjutant Russell Myers shares tips on how to be a successful Post Adjutant.
Video Presentation / PowerPoint / Q&A
October 27, 2020
myLegion 2021
myLegion will receive a new look in 2021. This session provides instruction to post adjutants on how to set up log-in credentials and display a preview of the new officer’s dashboard and membership tools.
Video Presentation / Q&A
Buddy Check
As American Legion members, our most sacred responsibility is to look out for each other and our fellow veterans. To reach out to members and former members who may need help, American Legion posts are encouraged to perform this vital function whenever it makes the most sense in their communities.
This session focuses on the who, what, where, when, and why of the program and discusses the relevance, importance, and strategic objectives of taking care of our fellow veterans.
Video Presentation / Q&A