Our Board Chair and CEO advocating for defence families with the Governor-General Sam Mostyn AC In November, our Board Chair Tricia Hobson and CEO Renee Wilson had the honour of meeting Governor-General Sam Mostyn AC. This was a meaningful opportunity to thank Her Excellency in person for her touching War Widow’s Day video tribute and […]
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Advocacy, Contribution
A step forward, but more needs to be done On Monday, 2 December 2024, the Australian Government released its response to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide’s Final Report. While the government has agreed to many of the Commission’s recommendations, including the establishment of a Veteran Wellbeing Agency within DVA, more needs to
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Advocacy
Celebrating the season with handwritten cards for our war widows The end of the year is a special time, but for many, especially within our community of war widows, it can also bring moments of reflection and heartache. That’s why our Christmas card writing sessions have become such an essential part of our annual calendar,
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Contribution
Defence families experience a garden of gratitude through art expression On 20 November, defence families gathered at the Randwick Family Centre for an art activity centered on gratitude and collaboration. This special activity aimed to address the unique challenges defence families face, including social isolation, the demands of caring roles, and the pressures of military
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Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing
The Anzac Memorial, Hyde Park, Sydney – thoughts and tributes to veterans and their families The Book of the Anzac Memorial, written by Bruce Dellit who was also the architect for the Memorial, offers a moving tribute to veterans and, perhaps most profoundly, to the families left behind; the war widows, parents and children who
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Commemorations
Social connections importance for defence and veteran families For defence and veteran families, the power of social connection is evident in their journey of resilience. Defence life can bring unique challenges, even long after service. Frequent relocations, long deployments, the caring journey and emotional toll of carrying the load at home can bring about stress
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Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing tips