Our work in response to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide
The Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide was established on 8 July 2021 to examine systemic and institutional factors impacting Defence and veteran suicide.
The Royal Commission’s Final Report was tabled in Parliament on Monday 9 September 2024. DVA will work with Defence and the Attorney-General’s Department to implement the Government’s response to the report once it is handed down. Meanwhile, DVA is continuing to work with both departments to implement the Government’s response to the Royal Commission’s Interim Report.
You can find the Final Report on the Royal Commission’s website.
Find out more about DVA’s work in response to the Royal Commission through the links below.
Who to call for urgent help
These services are confidential and available 24 hours a day. If life is in danger, call 000.
Open Arms
Free counselling, treatment programs and suicide prevention training.
1800 011 046
ADF
Helps ADF personnel and their families access mental health services.
1800 628 036
1800RESPECT
Help for people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse.
1800 737 732