BFBS to Launch First-Ever AI Skills Programme Exclusively for Military Partners

BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service) has been awarded a significant grant of £66,884 from The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust to deliver a groundbreaking AI skills programme exclusively for military partners helping them develop digital skills, grow career opportunities and strengthen employability in an increasingly tech-driven world.

The programme, which will be the first of its kind and part of the BFBS Academy, launches in January 2026. It will combine flexible online learning that participants can complete in their own time, in addition to monthly live evening webinars and four one-off in-person workshops across Cyprus, Catterick, Blandford, and Edinburgh. The entire programme will be fully funded by the grant.

Jackie Collins, Head of Social Media at BFBS (Academy & Creative) who is leading this initiative and will oversee the programme’s delivery said: “The grant is a game-changer for military partners. With so much hype and confusion around AI, this innovative course will focus on delivering practical skills that cut through the noise, giving participants the confidence and knowledge to explore new job opportunities, develop careers or take businesses to the next level.”

BFBS Academy will guide participants throughout the programme, providing one-on-one coaching, to ensure training is meaningful and accessible to all military partners.

The programme will help participants:

Build foundational AI skills relevant to real-world projects
Explore how AI tools can support work or business growth
Access training in a format that fits around military life and day-to-day jobs
Understand and navigate AI responsibly

The funding marks a major milestone for BFBS Academy’s mission to provide innovative, accessible training for the armed forces community, empowering military partners with the tools they need to thrive in a digital future.

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Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: Almost £1 Million awarded to support more partners of serving personnel

When someone joins the armed forces, it’s a career and a lifestyle that extends to their entire family.

Behind every serving member, whether regular or reserve, is a network of loved ones who quietly support from the sidelines. But for the partners, life in the armed forces can set unique challenges such as relocations, career disruptions, isolation, and the emotional toll from long separations.

Delivered on behalf of the MOD and designed specifically with service partners in mind, the Armed Forces Families Fund: Supporting Partners programme provides tailored solutions and dedicated support to help navigate the demands of service life. It recognises that while service members wear the uniform, their partners also serve in their own way – often by juggling family life, careers, and personal wellbeing.

The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) has supported a further 17 projects in the latest funding round, worth almost £1 million to projects that aim to improve the overall provision of support available to partners of serving personnel. Whether it’s promoting skills and experience in the workplace, enhancing access to vital services, or improving wellbeing – these projects are committed to empowering partners to thrive.

Supporting partners across Wales

Adferiad has been awarded a grant to deliver an 18-month, Wales-wide programme aimed at supporting partners into volunteering and employment.

Blandford: Garrison half term event at the Royal Signal Museum

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Northern Ireland: Latest Edition of NI4 Kids is out now

 

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Carnoustie: Highland Reserve Forces and Cadets Association (HRFCA) have a vacancy for a full time Cadet Administration Assistant - closing date 30th Nov 2025

Highland Reserve Forces and Cadets Association (HRFCA) is an enabling organisation supporting the Army Reserve and Cadet units across the Highlands of Scotland. Funded by the Ministry of Defence, one of our key, and expending, functions is to provide Administrative and Logistic support to the Army Cadet Force (ACF), a vibrant national youth organisation.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Cadet Administration Assistant (CAA) within HRFCA. The successful applicant will provide administrative and logistical support to Angus & Dundee Battalion (Bn) ACF. Applicants coming from an Armed Forces background with RQMS/CQMS appointments would be advantageous. Other applications that show suitable experience may be considered. Through their inter-personal skills be able to deliver G1/G2/G4 advice using relevant Joint Service Publications (JSPs) to Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAV) within their Area of Responsibility (AOR).

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Closing date for applications is noon on 30 Nov 2025

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Bath, Swindon & Wiltshire: Free wellbeing courses with BSW Recovery College

 

The BSW Recovery College launched on 1st October 2025, and bookings are now open!

The BSW Recovery College offers free, in-person and online wellbeing courses and workshops for adults aged 18+ living in Bath & North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW).

These courses help people look after their mental health, develop new skills and connect with others. They are designed with people with their own experiences of mental health difficulties. The college is also open to carers, friends and family.

Please click here to find out more

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Scotland: Forces Wives Challenge upcoming events in 2025

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Aldershot: Veterans Lifestyle and Wellbeing Morning Wednesday 19th November 1000hrs - 1300hrs

 

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Brompton: Military Wives Choir Remembrance Concert Friday 7th November 6pm - 7pm

 

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Sandhurst Military CoWorking Network Craft & Chat

 

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