The power of symbols
Symbols play a vital role in how we remember and honour sacrifice. The War Widows Day pin is more than a badge — it represents national recognition for the sacrifices carried by widows and widowers across Australia.
A public act of remembrance
When the Governor-General spoke about War Widows Day last year, she highlighted the pin as a way for all Australians to show their solidarity. Wearing the pin is a public gesture that makes visible the lives shaped by service and sacrifice.
What the pin represents
Each pin acknowledges:
- The contributions of more than 31,000 surviving widows and widowers.
- The resilience of women who rebuilt their lives while navigating grief.
- The communities that continue to support one another through peer networks and connection.
Limited edition, lasting significance
The limited-edition pin adds urgency and meaning. It is a tangible way to participate in remembrance, spark conversations, and ensure that the sacrifices of war widows are recognised. By wearing the pin, Australians carry these stories into their communities.
Purchase this years limited edition War Widows Day pin here.
