A Veteran Community Forum - Bridging an Era in Veteran Care

We have an exciting lineup of presentations, and all members of the Canberra region veteran and veteran family community are welcome. Those who cannot make it from other locations in the country may register for the live broadcast.  

Whether you're a veteran, a family member, or simply a supportive community member in the Canberra region, we welcome you.  All you need to do is register to ensure we cater for the right numbers.  Can't make it in person? Not a problem - we're bringing the event to you with a live broadcast.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to speak with Glen Ferrarotto, DVA's Repatriation Commissioner, and the leaders of the fastest growing veteran and veteran community organisation in Australia. 

Timings and Speakers 

• 1030 to 1130am. Glen Ferrarotto, Repatriation Commissioner
  • Shaping the Future: DVA’s Transformation Journey”.
• 1130 to 1145am. Jeff Hughes CEO This Story Australia
  • Snapshots of our Heritage.  Two-minute grabs from soon to be published video recordings of significant veterans from the peacekeeping community: Michael Handley, Christine Lawrey, Rohan Titus, Jennifer Wittwer, CSM, Ricky Prout, Robyn Green, Etienne Ryckmans, and Captain Krystelle Jones.
• 1145 - Midday. Ian Lindgren, Chairperson Australian Peacekeeper and Peacemaker Veterans’ Association
  • Action outcomes - Embrace the new and discard the old.
• Midday to 1230. Tom Hanley and Chris Moss. Executive Directors Australian Peacekeeper and Peacemaker Veterans’ Association
  • A Resource Hub for our Community. Topics such as:
    • Running an Ex-Service Organisation
    • Health Checks for a Charity
    • Board and Committee Structures
    • Fundraising, and
    • Governance.