by AWWNSW | Aug 25, 2022 | Important Updates, Opinion Pieces
Recently we have published two articles on the cost of living and the impacts on war widows, particularly for those on pensions. The articles published by Defence Connect and the NewsCorp media outlets call for pension review as costs continue to rise. Board Chair,...
by War Widows | May 13, 2022 | Opinion Pieces
Special thank you to our resident volunteer Health Coach for this article. This coming winter and flu season is expected to be a difficult time as we emerge from COVID related lockdowns and isolation. With more people circulating in the community this year than over...
by War Widows | Mar 6, 2022 | Important Updates, Opinion Pieces
During NSW Women’s Week and International Women’s Day on 8 March, we shine a light on gender bias within our community. The impacts of service in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) disproportionately affect women in tangible and intangible ways. For example, it...
by War Widows | Dec 13, 2021 | eNewsletters, Opinion Pieces
During this, the 75th year of AWWNSW, CEO Renee Wilson reflected on the remarkable achievements by a remarkable ‘pack of women’, the future of our organisation and shared this message to the veteran...
by War Widows | Aug 24, 2021 | Opinion Pieces
To veteran families, it is to you, that I address my message. For those that are left behind carrying the scars of war, be them your own or your loved ones, I want you to know that your sacrifice also matters. Without you, they couldn’t have done what they did. They...