Timor Awakening

In October 2017 a group of Australian Veterans embarked on the fifth Timor Awakening Program; a unique approach to addressing healing for Veterans through the prism of a wellness model rather than a sickness model. The program is multi-dimensional utilising holistic health education and practice, peer to peer support, group therapy, exercise, philanthropy, historical lessons, spirituality, cultural immersion and international engagement. The backdrop is the spectacular landscape of Timor-Leste, both natural and human. The country of Timor-Leste is a beacon to the world of what is possible through the power of forgiveness and reconciliation. Timorese Veterans from the 24 year resistance are an integral part of the program. Their resilience, dignity, honour and respect provide inspiration and are testament to every veteran that despite unthinkable odds a purposeful future is possible. This video provides a glimpse of Timor -Leste through some of the sights experienced by the Australian and Timorese Veterans who took part of Timor Awakening - Commandos Return.