This service is now closed following the conclusion of the Royal Commission Into Defence And Veteran Suicide.
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ALT A graphic showing the shield logo of the Defence And Veterans Legal Service. Text is as follows. "The Defence And Veterans Legal Service is now closed following the conclusion of the Royal Commission Into Defence And Veteran Suicide. We thank the many people and organisations who supported our delivery of 7000 free legal services."
We welcome the release of the Royal Commission’s final report.
And we acknowledge the thousands of Australians who made submissions to this landmark inquiry.
We thank our clients who entrusted us to support them with the preparation of their submissions.
The Final Report of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has now been tabled in Parliament and is available to the public. It contains 122 recommendations for reform. Read more:
defenceveteransuicide.royalc…
DefenceAndVetsLegalService retweeted
There’s one week to go until we hand our Final Report to the Governor-General.
Many of you have been involved in our journey, captured in this video shown at our recent Ceremonial Closing.
youtube.com/watch?v=KBr-BnWg…
The Royal Commission has released the important statement below about its forthcoming final report.
We have attended all hearings of the Royal Commission and were pleased to attend today's ceremonial closing of this inquiry.
'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.
Read more: defenceveteransuicide.royalc…
DefenceAndVetsLegalService retweeted
Our inquiry has uncovered a range of cultural & systemic issues, including within DVA when veterans are trying to access the support and services they desperately need. Our Final Report will provide a comprehensive blueprint for the long-overdue reforms needed to see change
Honouring our Vietnam veterans
On Vietnam Veterans’ Day we recognise the service of Australians in the Vietnam War. We honour the sacrifices made by them and their families.
Those stories of service and sacrifice must never be forgotten.
#VietnamVeteransDay
DefenceAndVetsLegalService retweeted
Every Australian has a role to play in addressing this national tragedy. That might be checking in on your veteran mates or starting a conversation about some of the issues impacting the health & wellbeing of our serving & ex-serving members, as brought to light through the DVSRC
DefenceAndVetsLegalService retweeted
Our Final Report will be delivered in 1 month. It will contain evidence-based findings & practical recommendations to drive improved health and wellbeing outcomes for serving & ex-serving personnel and their families.
Sign up to our newsletter for updates defenceveteransuicide.royalc…
DefenceAndVetsLegalService retweeted
Hard copies are now available of the Royal Commission's lived experience book - 'Shining a Light: Stories of Trauma & Tragedy, Hope & Healing'
The trauma-informed book showcases the lived experience of serving & ex-serving ADF members, and their families www4.pmg.com.au/dvsrc/
DefenceAndVetsLegalService retweeted
WATCH: ‘Patrick Lindsay AM: In Conversation with the Commissioners’
To mark three years of the Royal Commission, Patrick Lindsay sits down with our Commissioners to discuss key achievements & hopes for the future. Thank you to those who sent in questions youtu.be/wKTjceWqifY?feature…
In our latest newsletter we highlight an important new report from the Royal Commission.
And we warn about businesses charging high fees to veterans dealing with DVA applications.
Read it here defenceveteranslegalservice.…
@roycommDVSRC @RSL_Australia @LegacyAust @SoldierOnAust
National Legal Aid is seeking ongoing funding for veteran legal services.
We're funded until the end of Sept and, until then, it's business as usual regarding the delivery of our free support across Aust.
See the clipping below or read the full article theaustralian.com.au/nation/…
We hope the Royal Commission's new book is widely read.
It outlines the experiences of those who shared their personal stories with the @roycommDVSRC
Download it at defenceveteransuicide.royalc…
Call us on 1800 33 1800 for free legal support about RC processes & other legal issues.
ALT The front cover of the book. The cover includes a photo of two red poppies and text that says "Shining a Light: stories of trauma and tragedy, hope and healing".
Are you a veteran or ADF member in the Sale region in Victoria?
We'll be in Sale on June 26-27, providing free legal support.
If you'd like to make an appointment to see us, call 1800 33 1800.
Our free national service is delivered in partnership with @VicLegalAid
ALT A photo of two people shaking hands. Text says "Free legal support for current and former ADF members."
DefenceAndVetsLegalService retweeted
Our latest newsletter include information about the the ceremonial closing and the end date for private sessions. bit.ly/3T0NG4C #DVSRC
ALT Top: Nick Kaldas on big screen then Commissioners James Douglas, Nick and Peggy Brown seated at a long table and the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide logo on the wall. Foreground blurred heads of people seated in rows of chairs facing the Commissioners.
Thanks to Broome RSL for the warm welcome!
As heard on ABC Radio Kimberley, we are in Broome this week providing free legal support to veterans.
Our lawyers, Jim from Legal Aid WA and Maureen, have been providing assistance at various locations including the local RSL.
ALT A photo of our lawyers, Jim and Maureen, with two other people at the Broome RSL.
We are in Newcastle today!
We're at the ADF event focusing on the transition from the armed forces to civilian life .
Wherever you are, you can call us on 1800 33 1800 for legal assistance.
ALT Two our staff at an information stand
These stickers allow businesses to show they are a welcoming space for veterans.
For more details, visit ESP (ex-service personnel) Mental Health and Wellbeing on Facebook.
Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders have been part of Australia's armed forces since the Boer War.
We were honoured to lay a wreath today at a national service commemorating the contribution of First Nations Defence Force members.
This week we thank and honour those thousands of Aussies who have served as UN peacekeepers.
It is vital work that makes the world a safer place.
Today is International Day of UN Peacekeepers. United Nations peacekeepers work to bring stability to countries ravaged by war. Since 1947, more than 80,000 Australians have served as United Nations peacekeepers in some of the most dangerous conflict zones around the world. Seventeen Australians have lost their lives on peacekeeping operations.
Earlier this year, Meritorious Unit Citations were awarded to Australian Defence Force units that served in Somalia on peacekeeping operations between 1992 and 1995. About 1,500 ADF personnel were deployed to support the UN's mission in Somalia, where famine and civil war had created a terrible humanitarian crisis. The MUC recognises the tireless efforts of these ADF units to contribute to the UN’s mission.
📷@AWMemorial | Members of the Royal Australian Air Force at Mogadishu International Airport in 1993.
