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' Services Commission

The Defence and Veterans’ Services 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.

Women's Economic Equality Taskforce

The Women's Economic Equality Taskforce (the taskforce) was established in September 2022. It delivered on an election commitment to prioritise advice to government on the many issues facing women in the Australian economy. The taskforce has now concluded.