Reserves
Reserve Forces play a critical role in national defence and security, from supporting communities and national resilience at home, to countering threats, peacekeeping and humanitarian work abroad.
Our work to champion, support and enable Reserves and Cadets makes us an integral partner to Defence.
Armed Forces Covenant
Signing the Covenant demonstrates that an organisation recognises the value of our Armed Forces while providing access to a range of Military-specific recruitment support.
Cadets
Whether they’re looking to learn first aid skills, try their hand at flying a plane, or simply want to make new friends and have some fun adventures, the Cadets has a lot to offer for young adventure seekers.
Our work in numbers
We support, enable and champion the Reserve and Cadet Forces, which allows them to add so much value to society.
Our work is split into three key areas: estates, engagement and Cadets and youth.
135
Reserve and Cadet sites fall under our stewardship.
1333
Organisations in the region have signed the Armed Forces Covenant.
248
The number of Reserve and Cadet units on our patch.
1908
Our long history of supporting Defence dates back to the early 20th century.
Our latest news
Kendrew calling: New Cadet Centre opens at Army Barracks in Rutland
His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland, Dr Sarah Furness, has officially opened the new Army Cadet Force (ACF) Detachment building at Kendrew Barracks.
Inside RFCA: documentary series takes viewers behind the scenes of East Midlands Reserve Forces and Cadets Association’s value-adding work
A new documentary offering viewers a greater insight into what makes East Midlands Reserve Forces and Cadets Association (RFCA) an integral partner to Defence is being released today.
Employer recognition: Regional winners of prestigious Gold Award revealed
Major East Midlands employers and businesses from strategically important sectors have been recognised for their strong commitments to Armed Forces personnel.