Get involved with the ADF ARRTS Program
The ADF ARRTS Program is an engaging four-week residential program that helps to build confidence and resilience in people who are experiencing health and wellbeing challenges related to service in the Australian Defence Force (ADF), ACT Emergency Services, and the Australian Federal Police.
It is open to currently serving and transitioning personnel, as well as to reservists and veterans who are clients of DVA who have transitioned within two years of the closing date for applications – in this case, 26 September.
The ADF Arts for Recovery, Resilience, Teamwork and Skills (ARRTS) Program is a uniform-free, rank-free and COVID-safe environment conducted at the University of Canberra.
Training and mentoring will be provided by supportive arts practitioners in three streams: visual arts, music/rhythm and creative writing.
No previous experience in the arts is needed. Program-related costs will be covered by ARRTS for all eligible applicants. Veterans will be required to cover all travel-related costs and some meals.
Application forms and full details are available on the Department of Defence website. You can also email ADF.ARRTS [at] defence.gov.au (ADF[dot]ARRTS[at]defence[dot]gov[dot]au) or ring: (02) 6127 6505.
The 2nd 2022 ARRTS Program is scheduled for 30 October – 25 November 2022.
Applications open on Monday 1 August and close Monday 26 September 2022.
Please note that all ADF ARRTS programs will follow CDF/SEC COVID-19 Directives and be conducted in accordance with Commonwealth, state, and territory health advice.
