Much of today’s Veterans research relies heavily on VA-enrolled Veterans, who account for only about half of all former service members. That leaves significant gaps in understanding the experiences of younger Veterans, rural Veterans, women Veterans, and those who do not regularly engage with VA services. Researchers and advocates need data that can illuminate those overlooked perspectives. The Veterans Insight Panel fills this gap through scientific sampling and extensive recruitment methods designed to reach Veterans subgroups that are underrepresented in traditional research.