The competition in 11 medal sports from 20-27 October is only one part of the Invictus Games Sydney 2018 presented by Jaguar Land Rover.
Organisers are committed to delivering a memorable sporting competition and an exciting program of events that will provide education and legacy benefits for veterans and their families – long after the closing ceremony.
While the world celebrates the sporting exploits of wounded, injured and ill active and veteran service personnel, the Outreach Program will feature experts in a variety of fields.
The 12 events across six days are expected to attract over 1,500 guests.
Commencing on Monday 22 October, the daily themes for the Outreach Program are; the power of education, the power of sport, the power of volunteering, mental health and two days with veterans as the focus including a focus on careers.
Invictus Games Sydney 2018 CEO Patrick Kidd OBE said the Games is a wonderful opportunity to provide a positive impact on veterans as well as a broader education piece for media and the community.
“The magic of Invictus Games Sydney 2018 is that it will provide a wonderful competition experience to assist competitors in their rehabilitation as well as provide opportunities for the future,” said Mr Kidd.
The significant interest that the Games generates will help amplify the important themes and messaging of the Outreach Program.
“Long lasting legacy requires all levels of Government, corporate partners, established charities and veteran organisations to work together. I am pleased with the contribution from stakeholders across the board and impressed by the experts who will help educate and contribute to these tangible benefits.”
The Outreach Program features experts with a focus on tangible outcomes and encourages the public and media to recognise, honour, respect and embrace those who have served and support them in their recovery and future stages of life.
As the anticipation and excitement builds for the thousands of spectators, 1000 family and friends and of course the 500 competitors from 18 nations, there have also been additional symposiums held in Sydney ahead of the Games and the Outreach Program commencing on 22 October.
OUTREACH PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Monday 22 October: The Power of Education in successful career transition
A UNSW corporate breakfast exploring the education in transition from military to civilian life
Tuesday 23 October: The Power of Sport to build self-esteem and life skills
Young indigenous men from the Clontarf Foundation will meet Games graduates and attend competition.
Corporate lunch about Australian sports’ support the legacy of the Invictus Games Sydney 2018
Wednesday 24 October: The Power of Volunteering on mental health
Corporate breakfast exploring the importance of community connectedness through volunteering
Thursday 25 October: An unconquerable mind
Corporate lunch and panel discussion presented by Medibank on “The unconquerable Mind: a discussion on veterans’ mental health”
Friday 26 October: Veterans – Career Expo
Free Public Career Expo presented by With You With Me on employment
Saturday 27 October: Veterans Day
Free public presentation by Al Muderis Foundation on the latest advancement son Prosthetic Limbs.
Public Events
Throughout the week of the Games there will be a wide variety of free information and accessible exhibitions and activations throughout Sydney Olympic Park that show the depth and interest in engaging not only veterans but every spectator in the enduring legacy of this event.
AnnMarie White
Invictus Games Sydney 2018