War Widows Day 2024, a day to remember War Widows Day is a significant occasion dedicated to recognising and connecting Australian war widows. It ensures they feel honoured and acknowledged and gives us the opportunity to say thank you for what they have sacrificed. Across New South Wales alone, more than 10,700 war widows and […]
War Widows Day 2024 Read More »
Events, Important Updates
Supporting our war widows: a call to action for War Widows Day Across New South Wales alone, more than 10,700 war widows and widowers of all ages face the enduring challenges of grief and isolation. These resilient individuals, who are the silent figures behind the peace and security of our nation, carry deep scars left
War Widows Day month is here! Read More »
Events, Important Updates
The Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide tables its final report: time to ask ourselves, what is next? The past few weeks have been significant for our community and for all Australians. With the Royal Commission’s report now public, we’ve reached the end of a major chapter, but our real work starts now. Following
Royal Commission, what is next? Read More »
Advocacy, Important Updates, Opinion Pieces
‘It’s now time to fight for our veterans’. That’s the message to all Australians from the three Royal Commissioners who’ve spearheaded a three-year inquiry into the suicide crisis within the nation’s Defence and veteran population. As the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide held its closing ceremony on 28 August, our CEO, Renee Wilson,
Our CEO’s reflection on the Royal Commission Closing ceremony Read More »
Advocacy, Contribution, Important Updates
Highlights from the annual meeting of the Australian War Widows NSW Ltd trading as Families of Veterans Guild. A successful year for the organisation The 25th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Australian War Widows NSW Ltd, trading as Families of Veterans Guild, was held on 15 August 2024 at the Rydges Sydney Central. The
Supporting war widows and their families: 25th AGM summary Read More »
Events, Important Updates, War Widows Program
The Albanese Labor Government is committed to better supporting the three million unpaid carers in Australia, which often includes war widows and veterans families. As part of this commitment, a discussion paper on the new National Carer Strategy has been released, and public consultation is now open. This is a crucial opportunity for carers, former
Contribute to the National Carer Strategy Consultation Read More »
Advocacy, Important Updates