Major reports highlight the legacy of Australia's involvement in the war on terror, leading to an 'unacceptably high' number of military suicides since 1997. Defence faces criticism for failing to address the issue and improve treatment of military personnel.
A major overhaul of how Defence deals with sexual misconduct and justice will be embraced to tackle suicide rates among current and former personnel.Two major reports this week brought home painful reminders of the legacy of Australia’s contribution to the war on terror . Will anything change?The royal commission into veterans’ suicide found 3000 serving and ex-serving personnel had taken their life since 1997, an “unacceptably high” number.
A scathing assessment of an uncaring culture and inadequate support services in defence and veterans affairs has prompted a call for urgent changes to reduce high levels of suicide.Australia’s wealthiest women join forces to supercharge philanthropy
DEFENCE OVERHAUL SUICIDE RATES MILITARY PERSONNEL AUSTRALIA WAR ON TERROR
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