Lived Experience Framework
A systematic, evidence-based framework for the meaningful participation of people with Lived Experience across all DVA business areas.
How we consult the ex-service community
We bring together a range of ex-service groups to get their views on how to improve our services
Consultation with the Health Sector
A collaboration with the health sector to enhance veterans’ health policy and service delivery arrangements
State and territory forums
We meet with ex-service groups that advise us on veterans' welfare in their state or territory
Relationship with Defence
Read about the cooperative relationship and meeting summaries between us and the department of defence.
Public Interest Disclosure Scheme
A scheme to make sure that we act upon any news that our staff are doing the wrong thing
Consultation arrangements
We are required by the FOI Act to publish information whenever an agency administers or establishes a public consultation arrangement
Community consultation: Taskforce on Wellbeing Agency and Peak Body
The community consultation process for the establishment of a new agency focused on veteran wellbeing, and the establishment of a national peak body for ex-service organisations closed on 15 May 2025.
Defence and Veteran Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy Exposure Draft - 2025 public consultation
The Defence and Veteran Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2025-2030 (the Strategy) sets out a joint approach to improving mental health and wellbeing outcomes for the Defence and veteran community
TAPS Australia Postvention Workshop for Veteran Families
The TAPS Australia Postvention Workshop is a first-of-its-kind, one-off, train-the-trainer workshop designed for veteran families bereaved by suicide.
Veterans Affairs Ministerial Advisory Council
The Veterans Affairs Ministerial Advisory Council (MAC) provides the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel independent advice on the experiences and needs of serving personnel, veterans