Empowering veterans and their families

How we help

Soldier On is a not-for-profit organisation delivering holistic support services that enable current and former Australian Defence Force personnel, and their families, to lead meaningful civilian lives.

Soldier On offers free support services, programs, and activities to registered participants.

Health and wellbeing

Employment support

Learning and education

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Our stories

Explore our success stories to see how we’ve helped veterans and their families with physical and mental recovery, reconnection with the community, and educational and employment opportunities.

‘Service belongs to the whole family’: Davina Mansfield reflects on 25 years since Afghanistan

October 5, 2026

Twenty-five years after Australia’s involvement in Afghanistan began, the stories of those who served – and those who supported them – continue to matter....

Defence families

From Defence kid to future psychologist: Ella’s journey

September 30, 2026

As a member of a Defence family, a University of Canberra Soldier On Scholarship helped Ella feel supported....

Soldier On Ambassador

Brigadier Ian Errington: a life of service, challenge and curiosity

August 24, 2026

Brigadier Ian Errington AM, CSC (Retd) brings 38 years of experience in the Australian Army to his role as a Soldier On Ambassador....

Need help now?

Soldier On is not an immediate crisis support charity, but if you do need help right away, there are organisations you can reach out to who are ready to help you.

Emergency

Open Arms

Beyond Blue

Lifeline