Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:C2019A00096:section:5
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:C2019A00096
Segment Type: section
Provision Reference: s 5
Character Range: 2511–3735

5  General recognition
 (1) The Commonwealth acknowledges the unique nature of military service and the sacrifice demanded of those who commit to defend our nation.
 (2) The Commonwealth acknowledges the demands placed on, and the sacrifices made by, the families of veterans.
 (3) The Commonwealth acknowledges that veterans may require support mechanisms to enjoy good health, to access employment and training opportunities, to access appropriate housing, to have access to justice, to enjoy social wellbeing or to participate in community engagement after the end of their military service.
 (4) The Commonwealth is committed to supporting veterans and providing the care and support they require.
 (5) The Commonwealth acknowledges that support for veterans should be provided in a way that respects their dignity as individuals, enhances their self‑esteem, is sensitive to any physical or mental injury or disease they may have suffered and respects their military service.
 (6) The Commonwealth acknowledges that veterans should be supported to achieve greater economic wellbeing and sustainability and greater participation in civic affairs and should have opportunities to participate in employment and education.