Survivor Symposium — Questions and Answers
Questions and Answers
Q1: What is the purpose of the DOD Survivor Symposium?
A1: The Defense Department is committed to supporting survivors of active-duty deaths and wants to offer a platform to explore questions survivors and service providers may have about benefits.
Q2: Who should attend these symposiums?
A2: The event is for surviving family members of active-duty deaths and service providers who assist surviving families.
Q3: How are topics determined?
A3: Topics for the event are based on survivor questions and feedback received through surveys, survivor events and submissions through the Surviving Family Member Inquiry Form.
Q4: Where are the events held?
A4: The symposiums are virtual, so eligible survivors only need an internet-connected device to attend, or they can dial in from a phone.
Q5: How often are the events held?
A5: The Survivor Symposium is a triannual event that’s held in June, October and February.
Q6: What is the registration process?
A6: Eligible survivors can register for the event by filling out and submitting a registration form. Registration for previous events does not automatically include enrollment in future events. You must register for each symposium to participate.
Q7: What happens when I register?
A7: Registrants will receive a confirmation email that gives step-by-step instructions for how to attend the event.
Q8: If I have a question after watching a symposium, how may I get the answer?
A8: Please submit your question through the Surviving Family Member Inquiry Form.
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