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Invictus Australia Harnessing the Power of Sport

Physical, social and emotional benefits of sports for veterans, with Invictus Australia

Stories 14 May 2021

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Huge congratulations to Doug Griffiths for complet

Huge congratulations to Doug Griffiths for completing the 2024 Ironman World Championship in Kona!

Doug's incredible journey is a testament to the power of human spirit and the transformative impact of sport. Despite facing adversity, he persevered, crossing the finish line earlier this week in the ultimate display of determination and resilience.

"There is no better feeling than coming back after your world collapses. To finish a life long goal and to prove to yourself that you will not be beaten, certainly not by cancer," Doug shared.

Doug's dedication to this goal, and his ability to utilise sport to improve his wellbeing led him to raise over $13k to support our work to strengthen the lives of the defence community.

Well done Doug! Thank you for inspiring the Invictus Australia community.

Doug will now turn his focus to the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025, where he will compete alongside Team Australia this February.

@grumpy_old_diver

#IronmanWorldChampionship #InvictusAustralia #Veterans #Resilience #Determination #Sportsmanship

“Life is not always easy but using sport as my o

“Life is not always easy but using sport as my outlet provides me with purpose and the determination to not give up. I am so lucky to be involved in sport and Invictus. I am so lucky to be surrounded by amazing people” - Peter Brown, Veteran and Invictus Games Competitor

As we look back on the past six years of Invictus Australia, we continue to be inspired by people such as Mark Daniels, Kaye Mongan and Vanessa Broughill, individuals who through sport, have been about to remain connected and give back within their local communities.

There have now been over 12,000 veterans and family members supported across Australia, who have utilised sport in their recovery journey, attending at least one of the over 800 local sporting events put on since Invictus Australia's inception.

As we reflect on these 6 years of operation, we reflect on the important role that sport has played in aiding social connection and a sense of purpose, especially upon transition, helping to foster better physical, mental and social health outcomes for the defence community.

While we are celebrating 6 years as an organisation, we understand that the foundation laid by countless individuals and groups before 2018 has made these past 6 years possible. Today, we celebrate the pioneers of the Invictus movement in Australia, and those who continue to work tirelessly to support our defence community.

#inspiredbyinvictus #invictusaustralia #invictusgames #unconqueredtogether #unconquered #veteransport #veteransupport #communitysport #communitysupport

"The Invictus Games gave me a reason to leave the

"The Invictus Games gave me a reason to leave the house. It gave me a reason to overcome my anxiety and socialise. It gave me a reason to go to the gym. And most importantly, this has allowed me to continue to show my three kids and husband, well beyond the games, that I can be strong again" - Vanessa Broughill.

Lastly in our 'Inspired by Invictus' series, meet Vanessa. Serving in both the Army and Navy, Vanessa found herself struggling mentally, unable to find a solution that positively changed her life – until she learnt about the Invictus Games. Selected to be part of Team Australia for the Invictus Games 2018, she describes this as the catalyst to her recovery journey post service.

After experiencing the healing power of sport first hand, Vanessa became passionate ensuring opportunities are available for the wider defence community, especially for the families of veterans, who often experience the challenge of the defence force alongside the veteran themselves. Today, she is still engaged in sport, competing, coaching and participating her local netball club. She is also one of our Veteran Engagement Managers, bringing local sporting opportunities to South Australian veterans and families.

#invictusaus #inspiredbyinvictus #invictusaustralia #veteransupport #veteransport #communitysport

While we are marking 6 years since the Sydney Games, we acknowledge their success was built on a foundation laid by countless individuals and groups and Team Australia competitors. Today, we celebrate the pioneers of the Invictus movement in Australia, and those who continue to work tirelessly to support our defence community.

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