Programs and initiatives

We work across Australian Government agencies and with state and territory governments, the private and not-for-profit sectors and the community on a range of projects, policies and advice. These programs and initiatives are the department’s focus and efforts to deliver the Australian Government’s priorities.

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Defence and Veterans' Service Commission

The Defence and Veterans’ Service Commission will provide independent oversight and evidence-based advice to government on reforms to improve suicide prevention and wellbeing outcomes for serving and ex-serving Australian Defence Force (ADF) members.

Social Impact Investing Taskforce

The Social Impact Investing (SII) Taskforce, chaired by Mr Michael Traill AM, was established in 2019 to develop a strategy for the Australian Government’s role in the Social Impact Investing market.