Auxiliary members are vitally concerned with developing present and future leadership within the organization. Comprehensive training courses and materials are offered in every Auxiliary Department and by the National organization. Courses focus on fundamental management and communication skills and outline the basic responsibilities and leadership opportunities which are available within the many programs of the Auxiliary. Units and Departments conduct leadership workshops with motivational speakers to increase enthusiasm for all Auxiliary programs. They keep in close contact with their legislative representatives about issues which concern veterans, young people and entire communities.
Auxiliary members know there is strength in numbers.
Many beneficial laws have been passed because of Legion and Auxiliary support. The Auxiliary believes in maintaining a strong national defense and endeavors to educate its members on all vital national security issues. The member's clear understanding of the issues helps to lay the groundwork for community-wide mobilization and support of various national security activities. The Past Presidents Parley is a primary source of support for hospitalized women veterans. The Poppy Program is the oldest and most widely recognized Auxiliary program.