Introducing our Air Force Ambassador
Group Captain Mick Jansen joins as the association's first Air Force Ambassador.
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Newsletter - Issue 02, August 2026
Discover all that has been happening since our last newsletter.
We're heading to the Defence Linguist Conference
We've accepted an official invitation to the 2026 Defence Linguist Conference. Read more about our presence at this event.
Introducing our Army Ambassador
Lieutenant General John Frewen (retd) joins as the association's first Army Ambassador.
Memberships are now Open!
Memberships are now open, inviting eligible members to join as Founding Members and support the association’s next stage of growth.
Canberra Social Event - July 2026
AVLA’s Canberra gathering brought linguists, veterans, and language learners together to share experiences, build connections, and grow our national community.
Canberra social event
Current and former Defence members passionate about languages are invited to our upcoming social gathering.
Introducing our inaugural Ambassador
Rear Admiral Bob Plath joins as the association's first Ambassador.
Newsletter - Issue 01, May 2026
Read all about what has been going on since the association was established.
Introducing our newsletter
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