About us

The Defence and Veterans’ Service Commission (DVSC) provides independent oversight and evidence-based advice to the Australian Government on system reforms to improve suicide prevention and wellbeing outcomes for serving and ex-serving Australian Defence Force (ADF) members.

It is an independent Non-corporate Commonwealth Entity headed by an independent Commissioner. The Commissioner is the Accountable Authority and head of the agency.

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Get to know the Defence and Veterans' Service Commissioner.
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Find out about the law and powers that shape how we oversee system reforms in the Defence and veteran ecosystem.
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Information about the Defence and Veterans' Service Commission's organisational structure.
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Discover how to apply for a job with the Defence and Veterans' Service Commission, what we offer our people and the career opportunities available.
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How to access information, protections and your privacy when interacting with the Defence and Veterans' Service Commission.
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As an Australian Public Service (APS) agency, our decisions must be transparent and our policies justifiable. Find information about the Defence and Veterans' Service Commission's corporate governance and reporting.