Come along to a free webinar to learn about DVA’s new research and evaluation model, the Veteran and Family – Learning and Innovation Network of Knowledge (VF-LINK).
VF-LINK is DVA’s new research and evaluation model aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of veterans and families of veterans by increasing the production, use, and sharing of evidence to support decision-making and policy, program, and service design.
The VF‑LINK webinar will offer insights into how emerging research and evaluation evidence is shaping DVA policy and service design and will share how veterans and the families of veterans can stay informed and engaged to support improved outcomes for the veteran community.
Webinar details
Date: Thursday 30 April 2026
Time: 4:00–5:00 pm (AEST)
Format: Online (Microsoft Teams webinar)
Cost: Free
Presenters
The webinar will be hosted by Alexandra Howard from Phoenix Australia, and will include contributions from:
- Professor Nicole Sadler AM CSC, Professor Director / Chief Executive Officer, Phoenix Australia, Chair VF-LINK Consortium Executive Committee
- Ms Elaine Tse, A/g Assistant Secretary, Research, Evaluation and Privacy Assurance Branch, Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA)
- Professor Meaghan O’Donnell, Head of Research, Phoenix Australia, Lead DVA Research Strategy Development, Lead VF-LINK Collaborative Knowledge Network
- Mr Nathan Klinge, Veteran and VF‑LINK Veteran Advisor
After brief presentations by DVA and Phoenix Australia, there will be a moderated panel discussion, with an opportunity for audience members to participate by submitting questions via the Q&A function.
Registration
To attend the webinar, please register here VF-LINK Webinar Invitation
Registered participants will receive joining details prior to the event. An edited recording and supporting materials will be made available to registrants following the webinar.
We hope you can join us for this important presentation and panel discussion.
More information about DVA research and evaluation activities can be found on DVA’s website: Research and development | Department of Veterans' Affairs