Thank you for volunteering

This week is National Volunteers Week!

It is a time to celebrate and thank the awesome volunteers who selflessly donate their time to help others.

Veterans through their service and sacrifice for our country are an inspiration to others. For many veterans, their dedication to service doesn’t end when they leave the ADF. A 2023, Australian Institute of Health and Welfare report indicated that veterans are more likely to undertake volunteer roles (particularly veterans with a disability) and were more active members of clubs and associations compared to Australians who’ve never served.

We’ve heard from veterans who have told us volunteering gives them a sense of achievement and purpose, helps them to feel good, and boosts their self-esteem and confidence. All whilst connecting them to others and their community. Hear what some of them have had to say yourself:
 

Volunteers are the backbone of our community. They contribute their time and knowledge for the sole benefit of others. 

To all volunteers, especially those who are veterans, we say thank you.