About the AWAP

The Australian Women’s Archives Program (AWAP) is an initiative of the National Foundation for Australian Women. AWAP builds knowledge and recognition of the contribution made by women through an online biographical Register. Winter Tales events raise funds to support the Register’s development.

About Major General (retd) Liz Cosson AM CSC

Liz was the highest-ranking woman in the Australian Defence Force and later served as Secretary of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.

She came from a family with a long tradition of military service and joined the Army at the beginning of equality for women in the ADF. 

Liz has held many ‘first woman’ roles, working and succeeding in predominantly male environments. Liz has faced and overcome adversity, career challenges and obstacles to success.

Liz is a passionate advocate for service above self, diversity and transformational change.