President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama to Address Injured Veterans

WHAT: 

Nearly 4,000 injured veterans and guests are expected to attend DAV's (Disabled American Veterans) National Convention, Aug. 10-13, in Orlando, Fla. Several seminars will be held to inform members on key legislative and policy issues affecting veterans. A central discussion will be what actions the VA and Congress are implementing to eliminate the backlog for delivering benefits to veterans. The election of DAV's new National Commander and line officers will also take place.

The Joint Opening Session will be open to members of the press and will feature the following media opportunities. Media planning on attending must register to obtain press credentials.

WHEN:

Saturday, August 10, 2013 – Joint Opening Session

• Noon – 12:25 p.m.

President Barack Obama will address attendees following an introduction by First Lady Michelle Obama.

• 12:30 – 1 p.m.

DAV leadership, local general members, and veterans included in the President's Remarks available to provide a response to the President's address

WHERE:

Hilton Orlando

Orlando Ballroom

6001 Destination Parkway

Orlando, FL 32819