Right now, in Australia…
Suicide was the leading
cause of death, at
42%
for ex-serving males aged under 30 years old.
Ex-serving
males are
112%
more likely to die by suicide than other Australian men.
Ex-serving
females are
107%
more likely to die by suicide than other Australian women.
The funds you raise will support Soldier On’s mental health services aimed at preventing veteran suicide.
Statistics referenced are sourced from The Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide, click here to learn more.
You will be helping people like:
Brad's story
Brad had always wanted to be a Soldier. At 17 years old he joined the Army as a driver in the Royal Australian Corps of Transport and served for 7 years until 1995....
Sarah's story
In 1997, Sarah commenced Officer Training at ADFA and graduated with a BA Politics. In December 2000, following a year at the Royal Military College Duntroon...
James' story
James enlisted in the Regular Army in 1996 and at that time was posted to Singleton Townsville. In 1999 he was posted to 4RAR (Commando) as Company medic and was deployed...
Now you can take action to support our brave heroes.
Join us this March to conquer 96km (anywhere, anytime) and walk in the footsteps of our heroes to help prevent veteran suicide and save lives.
Join us in making a big difference. Every step you take contributes to a brighter future for our heroes.
About Soldier On
As a trusted collaborator with the Australian Government, the Defence Industry and the wider Ex-Service Organisation (ESO) community, Soldier On is enabling Defence families who are facing challenges in their lives to get the right support, at the right time.
Our people work alongside individuals and families to build resilience, positivity and wellbeing through holistic services that can be tailored to individual needs.
Our deep insights into the challenges facing the Defence community have positioned Soldier On as a sought-after contributor to policy decision-making aimed at reducing suicide rates among current and former Defence personnel, and preventing family breakdowns.
Grounded in the principles of trauma-informed care, our service model ensures current and former Defence personnel and their family members are at the centre of everything we do.
By continuing to adapt and expand our support delivery to meet changing needs, Soldier On is committed to ensuring all Australia’s Defence families can enjoy happy, healthy, meaningful lives – during and after military service.
Our services aim to HELP individuals build resilience, create and expand meaningful connections with family, community and employers through:
Health and Wellbeing services
Providing mental health support to build resilience.
Employment programs
Assisting veterans in securing meaningful careers.
Learning opportunities
Offering education and skill development resources.
Participation activities
Facilitating community engagement and social connections.
Your involvement enables Soldier On to deliver these vital services, helping veterans and their families thrive. By taking on the 96km challenge, you honour their courage and sacrifice, ensuring they receive the support they deserve.
