Our Impact
Spouse Force is an Australian, Veteran-Owned social enterprise
Spouse Force is a pioneering social enterprise dedicated to transforming the lives of military spouses through meaningful employment opportunities. As an Australian Veteran Owned business, we deeply understand the challenges faced by military families, particularly in maintaining steady employment due to frequent relocations and other military life demands. Our core mission is to provide these spouses with stable, flexible work that not only aligns with their skills but also supports their often-mobile lifestyles.
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Supporting Military Spouses With Sustainable Employment Opportunities
Christine Gilchrist, co-founder and CEO of Spouse Force, has background in executive roles across both the government and private sectors. Her 30-year career includes 13 years at the Senior Executive Service (SES) level, where she honed her skills in government operations, program management, politics and policy-making. Additionally, Christine’s private sector experience encompasses recruiting CEOs and Board Directors for Not-For-Profits, government entities, and large corporations. Her comprehensive understanding of complex bureaucratic environments has been crucial in defining the vision and strategic direction of Spouse Force.
Ken Gilchrist, co-founder and a veteran of the Australian Defence Force, has an impressive military background with 28 years of service, including 6 overseas deployments to Iraq, East Timor, and Afghanistan. His extensive experience in the military has given him resilience, leadership, and a deep-seated understanding of the challenges faced by military personnel and their families. Ken’s firsthand experiences with the mobility demands of military life and the impact on family stability drive the mission of Spouse Force to support military spouses with sustainable employment opportunities.
Together, Christine and Ken combine their unique perspectives and experiences to lead Spouse Force. Their backgrounds enable them to address the dual aspects of employment challenges for military spouses: the need for flexible, remote work that accommodates the transient nature of military life, and the skills and stability that spouses bring to the workforce. Their leadership not only steers Spouse Force towards innovative solutions in remote employment but also fosters a supportive community for military families striving for economic independence and professional growth.
We Invest In People and Their Potential
At Spouse Force, we pride ourselves on being more than just a service provider; we are a dedicated social enterprise. This means our business is centred around a social mission: to empower Australian military spouses with stable, fully remote employment. Our work goes beyond mere profit-making – we invest in people and their potential.
Being a social enterprise allows us to focus on creating real, tangible benefits for the community. By supporting military families, we help maintain workforce continuity and stability in a unique demographic that faces frequent relocations and other challenges associated with military life. This commitment extends to how we reinvest our profits, prioritising social impact over profit.
Why does this matter for our clients? By choosing Spouse Force, you are not only receiving top-tier services tailored to your needs, you are also participating in a larger objective. Your partnership helps us continue to provide meaningful employment to military spouses, contributing to their financial independence and professional growth. This not only enhances your corporate social responsibility profile but also connects your brand with values of loyalty, resilience, and community support.
Partner with us at Spouse Force. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those who support our service members every day, while achieving excellence in all your technical writing, scribing, and policy development needs.
More Than Just Legacy
At Spouse Force, our commitment to Australian military spouses goes beyond typical employment. Our business model is rooted in reinvesting our profits to maximise the professional and financial empowerment of military spouses. It’s about creating substantial, life-changing opportunities that offer more than just employment – it’s about building lasting independence and economic stability.
A large portion of our turnover is dedicated to providing competitive compensation and helping many spouses build and sustain their own businesses – empowering them to thrive as independent professionals. This ensures they not only gain meaningful work but also reap the financial benefits that reflect the value of their contributions.
In addition to fostering entrepreneurial success among many of our team members, we proudly support Legacy as an organisation that aligns with our mission by aiding war widows and their families. This partnership complements our direct efforts, extending our impact and reinforcing our commitment to the broader military family community.
By choosing Spouse Force, our clients contribute to a virtuous cycle of empowerment. They receive exceptional services while supporting a business model that significantly enhances the welfare of military families. We believe in making every dollar count towards building a stronger, more resilient community, where the dedication of military families is met with an equal commitment to their success and independence.
