Young Veterans has one goal, enrich the lives of Australian veterans, empowering them to progress and succeed in life after service.
The young men and women of our Australian Defence Force have a history of willingly answering the call to help those across the globe who are in peril or in dire need of assistance.
They do this without question and in many times with great personal sacrifice. Whether that be leaving behind their families and loved ones, or being in harm’s way to ensure the safety of others – it’s all in a days work for them.
For many people life beyond the military is good and there is little social, psychological or physical problems. But what of those that struggle?
What of its toll on them as individuals?
This is why Young Veterans was created.
Young Veterans is a community hub for our nation’s heroes to come together and share a common bond.
Our community isn’t necessarily about reminiscing about service times or who has ‘done what’, it is about moving forward, re-engaging and inspiring young veterans to achieve and succeed beyond active duty.
Young Veterans was started as a movement by veteran mates who recognised that there was a gap between recent veterans and those of past conflicts. These mates couldn’t stand by and watch the same issues that plagued the veterans of the Vietnam War happen again.
Over the past few years our community has grown rapidly across Australia, offering activities, fundraising and social opportunities for our comrades. The key to our growth is the agility and preparedness to go beyond the normal business rules, breaking the mould of previous ESOs and actually going to where the support is needed.
Whether You’re a Veteran or a Civilian, You Have a Role to Play
Young Veterans is 100% volunteer run and operated. We’re passionate about what we do and how we do it. We pride ourselves on proposing ideas and following through.
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Young Veterans is inclusive for everyone.
Donate
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Your support saves Australian lives.
Volunteer
Young Veterans is always on the look out
for supporters looking to lend a hand.
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