Arts Programs
Joining you on your journey
ANVAM meets veterans and families where they are at and provides support through customised programs based on individual needs.
Programs are designed by experts who are supported by ANVAM’s network of veteran arts mentors and other specialists, as required.
ANVAM’s work with the veteran community is arranged via referral from Defence, Open Arms or in partnership with the ex-service community, and through individual expression of interest (EOI).
Transition
Transitioning from Defence can be a challenging and confronting process. Appropriate support and guidance is crucial to set veterans up for success.
ANVAM is available to assist members with their transition through facilitated programs designed to build confidence, introduce veterans to the veteran arts community and prepare veterans for any emotional challenges post-service.
Discuss a referral to ANVAM with your ADF Transition Coach.
Locations: Melbourne
Rehabilitation
The arts provide a wide range of options in support of rehabilitation.
Be it physical, emotional or mental health-related, ANVAM’s facilitators are able to tailor a program to suit your individual rehabilitation needs.
Discuss a referral to ANVAM with your ADF and DVA Rehabilitation Coordinator.
Locations: Melbourne
Meaningful Engagement
Service life has its ups and downs. For many who have served, or are still serving, creative expression has been an important part of maintaining health and wellbeing while on this journey.
ANVAM’s facilitators are available to support you on this journey through meaningful engagement with, and exploration of, your individual creative expression.
Discuss a referral to ANVAM with your ADF Rehabilitation Consultant.
Locations: Melbourne & Online
Exhibitions
ANVAM stages an annual exhibition of veterans’ art. Artists are invited to submit an expression of interest for participation in the exhibition.
Exhibitions provide an opportunity for exhibiting artists to showcase their work in a public setting and to share some of their story.
Participation in an exhibition is designed to support veterans’ wellbeing and is a form of commemoration for the service and sacrifice of the veteran community.
Family Programs
Facilitated art making can be an opportunity for families of all sizes, make-up and ages to come together in a fun shared experience.
ANVAM’s family programs have been run in partnership with other ex-service organisations (ESO) bringing families together with other families in a local community environment.
Contact Defence Family Member and Support (DFMS) or your local ESO about ANVAM running a family program.
Veteran Artists Guy Warren AM & Mike Armstrong in Mike’s Canberra studio
Peer Mentoring
The veteran arts community is a dynamic and growing space. Across the community veteran artists often come together to collaborate, support each other, or simply share in a love of the arts.
ANVAM is well placed to provide peer mentoring for veteran artists. This can take a range of forms depending on need.
Locations: National