April 5th, 2022Listening to veterans

Minister for Veterans Shaun Leane has asked the Victorian Veterans Council to commission the third Veterans Sector Study, an assessment of the needs and priorities of veterans and their families, as well as the ex-service and community organisations that support them.

The research will focus on a range of issues, including housing, mental health, employment, education and the impact of the pandemic on the veteran sector.
Veterans, their families and ex-service and other community organisations can contribute to the study until May 8 by completing an online survey or participating in one of the in-person consultations being held across the state, including in regional hubs such as Ballarat, Bendigo, Warrnambool and Mildura.
The study’s findings will inform future government support for the veteran community. This is the third time the Victorian Veterans Council has run the research project, following previous studies in 2008 and 2015. The council’s oversight ensures the study provides an independent assessment of the needs of veterans.
To find an in-person focus group or complete the online survey, visit
victorianveteranscouncil.org.au/veterans-sector-study.
Minister for Veterans Shaun Leane: “Our veterans have demonstrated immense commitment and sacrifice for the broader community through their service – and this study will ensure their experiences remain at the heart of our work. I encourage all veterans and their families to have their say.”