Minister
for Veterans’ Affairs Dan Tehan today praised the
contribution of Australia’s
ex-service organisations as he attended a BBQ hosted by
Soldier On to raise funds for veterans.
Mr Tehan
said the Government and Soldier On shared a common goal
to provide the best possible care and support to former
members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and their
families.
"Our
ex-service organisations, like Soldier On, play an
important role in the community by providing support to
our former ADF members," Mr Tehan said.
"The
services offered by Soldier On complement those provided
by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) and we are
working together to improve support and services for our
veterans."
Mr Tehan
said ex-service organisations would provide vital input
to the Prime Minister’s Veterans’ Employment Program
later this month.
"Ex-service
organisations will join captains of industry and
government leaders to help map a way forward so even
more veterans find meaningful employment and our
businesses can harness the unique skills our ADF
personnel offer," he said.
