NPWP - Passions & Hobbies
ADF Adaptive Sports Program
Multi-sports program for WII serving and former serving military personnel and includes domestic and international events, e. Invictus Games, US Warrior Games, Canadian Allied Winter Sports Camp, Sydney City to Surf and more.
ADF Sports
ADF Sports Cell mission is to develop and enhance participation in ADF sports to support the ethos and values of the ADF in an environment that is enjoyable and appropriately administered and governed.
The Forge
Online hub designed to help build and hone the intellectual edge of those involved in the Profession of Arms.
The Cove
Quality resources through digital content, a platform for the contest of ideas and promoting ground-up innovation. Designed to connect ADF members into a professional network, based on professional interests and/or level of experience.
Buddy Up Australia
Buddy Up Australia are a not for profit organisation that connects serving members, veterans and first responders to their communities through physical fitness, social activities and purposeful volunteering.
Purple Warriors Australia
Supports and promotes welfare of current serving, ex-serving and former ADF members with physical or mental impairment through the sport of dragon boat racing, outrigger canoeing and other water sports.
The Runway
To challenge your thinking and push you to take responsibility for your development and growth. Topics include Air & Space Power, Leadership, Business Skilling, Communication & Cognition, Cyber, Strategic Influences, Technology & Innovation and Wellbeing.
Grounded Curiosity
Ideas and lessons for the Profession of Arms, focused on junior leaders. A culture of professional curiosity from the ground-up that underpins adaptive action, mission command, and critical thinking.
Be Connected
Empowering all Australians to thrive in the digital world. Free self-paced courses on everything from how to access the internet, set up your devices, play games, and essential cyber safety skills.
MBS Build on You
Specifically designed for Defence personnel to build on the 8 Future Focused Capabilities and develop professional skills, including critical thinking, human skills, STEM, digital, data and cyber literacy and more.
With You With Me
Professional development for serving and ex-serving members, from transitioning into a new career through to maintaining a skilled workforce.
RSL Queensland Scholarship Program
Aims to empower ex-Defence personnel, their partners and children by supporting them through tertiary study or vocational training, which can open the door to opportunities, and can improve employability, sense of purpose and financial security.
Mates4Mates Skills for Recovery Programs
Offers our mates and their families the opportunity to participate in a range of rehabilitation adventure challenges, including trekking, cycling, sailing and kayaking programs.
Mates4Mates Equine Therapy
Part of the Mates4Mates Skills for Recovery Program.
Mates4Mates Social Connection Activities
Engaging social activities provide opportunities for meaningful connections with other veterans and families.
ARRTS
ADF Arts for Recovery, Resilience, Teamwork and Skills is an arts-based program to assist permanent ADF and Reservist personnel facing health and well-being challenges, or seeking to ‘re-set’ themselves, by rebuilding confidence and resilience. No previous experience or training required.
AWM - Napier Waller Art Prize
Competition open to former and current ADF personnel. Encourages artistic excellence, promotes the transformative power of creativity, and raises awareness of the experiences and talent of service personnel. No required theme or medium.
Australian National Veterans Arts Museum
Veteran-led charity and Public Benevolent Institution, ANVAM supports mental, physical, and social wellbeing of current and former service members and families through community-based facilitated Arts engagements.
Sea Power Centre - Australia
Delivers maritime doctrine and concepts, historical studies and contemporary analysis in order to record the Navy’s past achievements, enhance the current Navy, and shape the future maritime force.
Australian National Maritime Museum
Presents a changing program of stimulating exhibitions and events to share Australia’s maritime history, connecting stories, objects, people and places. Free entry for ADF members, and discounts for accompanying family.
Australian Naval Institute
Provides a forum for those interested in maritime affairs. Encourages and promotes the advancement of knowledge and exchange of ideas relating to the Navy and the maritime profession.
Veteran Surf Project
Not-for-profit organisation offering support through surf therapy and other activities to Australian veterans suffering from PTSD.
Young Veterans
Aims to connect those who are isolated with others and engage with society. Not necessarily about reminiscing about service times, it is about moving forward, re-engaging and inspiring young veterans to achieve and succeed beyond their time in service. Events include: 4WD, camping, fishing, stand up paddle boarding, surfing, yoga, power lifting, ten pin bowling, swimming with whales, walking, coffee catch ups, rock climbing, off-road racing teams, etc.
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