Community change doesn’t happen in silos.

At VetREC, we believe in veteran-centered research that builds trust, strengthens communities, and creates lasting impact. VetREC is Veteran-owned and bridges research with practice to improve the lives of Veterans and their families. We partner with Veteran Service Organizations and research institutions nationwide to turn data into action and impact.

Our Purpose and Approach

Mission: VetREC’s mission is to serve those who serve Veterans.

Vision: Transform Veteran research and program development to be Veteran-centric.

Motto: Research with, not on, Veterans.

Offerings: We provide tailored consulting services and free access to the virtual VetREC Community, fostering collaboration and support for those who serve Veterans.

📣 The VetREC Annual Impact Amplifier Grant

Every year, VetREC invests back into the Veteran community by awarding $10,000 in in-kind consulting services to one nonprofit serving Veterans, Service Members, or families. Learn more about the Impact Amplifier Grant.

VetREC is owned and operated by a Veteran.

Jeni Hunniecutt, Founder & CEO

Dr. Jeni Hunniecutt is the Founder and CEO of VetREC, a leader in Veteran-centric research, and an independent Research Affiliate at the Integrated Behavioral Health Research Institute, focusing on community-engaged research with Veterans. She served as an enlisted soldier in the Virginia Army National Guard from 2008 to 2014. Her time in service influences her research interests and approaches in Veteran identity, military transitions, and psychosocial health.

With a Ph.D. in Communication Studies from the University of Denver, Dr. Hunniecutt has held various academic roles, including Research Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Assistant Director of Research and Education at the Chez Veterans Center. She is the author of Rethinking Reintegration and Veteran Identity and numerous peer-reviewed articles, with her research supported by federal grant funding that prioritizes community-engaged approaches to research.

Dr. Hunniecutt has also served as an Outreach Specialist at the Sturm Specialty in Military Psychology at the University of Denver and held leadership roles in Veteran organizations. She is a peer reviewer for the Journal of Veteran Studies and an invited Champion Representative for the American Council on Education’s Military Learners Initiative.

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