As an independent charity, we provide support and guidance on matters affecting the daily lives of Naval service families, acting as an advocate when appropriate to resolve complex issues. As subject matter experts we continue to contribute to academic research and implementation of The Armed Forces Covenant providing evidence and the Naval families’ perspective to shape change and influence policy.
How We Work for You
One of the ways in which we capture evidence about how you are finding life as part of a serving family is by carrying out anonymous surveys. We also promote surveys and studies that other agencies and academic research teams are leading on, if they are relevant to serving Royal Navy and Royal Marines and their families.
Have Your Say
Help inform policy changes by completing the following live surveys:
Military Charities – you are invited to be part of the SCEIP 2026 Equality Insights UK Workshops
Have Your Say
Help inform policy changes by taking part in one of the following:
The Service Charities Equality Insights Programme (SCEIP) is a four-year project, funded by the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust, that will deliver transformative, systemic change across the Armed Forces charity sector. SCEIP will provide the evidence base to build better understanding of stakeholder needs (particularly veterans from ethnic and faith minorities) and inspire a more inclusive approach to support programme design, development and provision. More details about the project can be found on the SCEIP website: Service Charities Equality Insights Programme
As part of this programme, throughout 2026, the SCEIP team will be travelling across the UK to convene leaders, change agents, and key influencers from across the military charity landscape in a series of workshops designed to strengthen inclusive practice and inform sector-wide improvement. To secure your organisation’s place at one of these free events, and help drive sustainable, strategic change across the sector, book now at Eventbrite
If you have any questions, contact the SCEIP team for more information.
The NFF is pleased to be a member of the formal Advisory Group for this programme.
Armed Forces Reservists Families Study
The purpose of this research is to identify the welfare and support requirements of Reservists’ families. The team at Oxford Brookes University would like to better understand these requirements by asking about your views, opinions, and experiences. The findings will allow them to compare needs against the current provision, to identify gaps, and to make recommendations about supporting Reservists families’ needs, as well as identifying areas for further research. This is not just about welfare support to families during deployment, but also day to day welfare and support services.