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Chapter 5:ADFA’s Role andPurposeRecommendations 1-5Key findings of ReviewThe Review found that:There needs to be a strong reaffirmation of ADFA as the centre of excellence for tri-Serviceeducation and training for junior officers. ADFA espouses excellence; however it lacks a wellarticulatedpurpose and a clear vision. This inhibits it from realising its potential and, significantly,from integrating equality, diversity and inclusion in a meaningful way. 1Further, in her message in the Review’s Report, the Commissioner stated the finding that:there was a degree of ambivalence toward, and inconsistent support for, ADFA from within theADF. 2In response, the Review made five recommendations to address these issues and in particularrecommended that the ADF leadership clearly articulate ADFA’s purpose and the ADF’s commitment to,and vision for, ADFA.In summary, the findings of the Audit indicate that:• There is evidence that these recommendations are being progressed or have beenimplemented.• ADFA’s role as ‘pre-eminent’ has been amended to the ‘premier tri-service military andtraining establishment in Australia’.• Despite improvements to corporate messaging, focus groups and interviews indicate thatthere is still a lack of clarity and an ambivalence among staff and undergraduates aboutADFA’s role and purpose.24
• There is a strong perception among ADFA staff and undergraduates that each of the Servicescontinue to have different expectations of ADFA.• The support of the CDF and the greater presence of the Service Chiefs on campus has beennoted. Many undergraduates spoke of this positively.• Respective accountabilities for the implementation of the Review recommendations havebeen accepted or delegated appropriately and a performance framework is being utilised.• An extensive Communications Plan was finalised in October 2012. While it is verycomprehensive the Audit notes that the Plan is still in its infancy and therefore cannot assessits success or effectiveness.The Audit’s findings in respect of each recommendation follow.Recommendation 1: The ADF leadership, including the Chiefs ofService, reaffirm ADFA’s pre-eminent role in the education and trainingof future leaders for the ADF.Intent of RecommendationThe ADF’s ambivalence about the role, purpose and value of ADFA must be addressed. The opportunityto build a workforce of members with a first class degree from a tri-Service environment should behighly valued by the ADF.Implementation actionsThere are a number of significant improvements to the public statements in support of ADFA. Forexample, at the ADFA website, a prominent online message from the Chief of the Defence Force statesthat:As a testament to ADFA’s value as this country’s premier joint training institution, many of themen and women who command Australian Defence Force operations learnt to lead at ADFA. Thisunique tri-service environment encourages strong, enduring professional networks and preparesour young officers for their role as the ADF’s future leaders. 3Further, there have been subtle but important updates made to the online ‘ADFA Guide for Parentsand Guardians’, since it was first examined by the Review in 2010/11. 4 The CDF introduces the currentGuide stating that:The unique partnership between the Australian Defence Force Academy and the University ofNew South Wales offers Midshipmen and Officer Cadets the opportunity to combine world classmilitary and leadership training with a degree from one of the country’s leading universities.I understand the weight of expectations and responsibilities can seem daunting. You may beanxious about your child leaving home so I want to reassure you that we will care for them,support them and encourage them to achieve. This commitment does not end on graduation day.It is a commitment the ADF will honour throughout their military career. 5Audit Report: Review into the Treatment of Women at the Australian Defence Force Academy • 2013 • 25
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