Veterans working with veterans to build stronger communities

Timor Awakening is a program for veterans willing to be accountable and take responsibility to do the work to move in a positive direction in life.

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Veterans interested in joining our program must complete an Expression of Interest (EOI).

Each program is limited to 15–18 participants, and because spaces are highly competitive (especially for Timor-Leste programs), we strongly encourage submitting your EOI as early as possible.

Please note that applications may close early if a high volume is received. All submissions undergo a screening process to ensure suitability and places are granted based on meeting selection criteria.

Submitting an EOI does not automatically qualify an applicant for the next stage.

Timor-Leste Humanitarian Relief

Life is thriving in Timor-Leste. A group of locals standing outdoors under a tree, many women holding eggs on white bags, at a small-town fresh produce market.
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VOCATIONAL EDUCATION TRAINING SCHEME, TL
VETs Friendship School, Daisula, Same

"Paying a debt of honour, being a good neighbour"

Two women are planting seedlings in a garden with a building and some trees in the background.
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Timor Awakening Film

Timor Awakening is a film about the journey of veterans of two neighbouring countries. Filmed on the inaugural Timor Awakening Program in July 2016, the film provides a snapshot into the unique history of Timor-Leste and how Australian soldiers are returning for healing and much more.

A wide selction of videos ranging from 3 30 mins are available here - https://www.youtube.com/@timorawakening7219

Timor Awakening Program Reports

TA 30 Report
TA 30 Daily Program
TA 34 Timor Report
TA 35 Timor Report
TA 36 GC Report
TA 37 Timor Report
TA38/TA39 GC Report
TA40 Timor Report
TA 31 Report
TA 31 Daily Program
TA 28 Report
TA 28 Daily Program
TA 32 GC Report
TA 29 Report
TA 29 Daily Program
TA 33 WA Report
Group photo of Timorese children in school uniform and adults in casual clothes posing on tiered seating.
Veterans reflect on their experiences during 'circle time' during a Timor Awakening program.
Group meals during Timor Awakening provide a great opportunity for veterans to get to know each other and find their post-military tribe.
A group of Timorese children sit with a Timor Awakening participant on a grassy field, with mountains, houses, and a church with a red roof and blue steeple in the background.
A group of veterans from Australia and New Zealand hold hands with East Timorese women in a rural community.