Abstract: This document presents the findings of the ethnographic research component of the wider ‘Lifting Our Sights’ foresight programme exploring future trends and their impacts on ex-Service personnel going through their transition back into civilian life. The research involved the collection of detailed narrative accounts from thirty ex-Service personnel, alongside more quantified findings that came from a question set respondents were asked to complete alongside their narratives. The primary output of the research was an archetypal Transition Journey model. However, since the construction of this model involved detailed analysis of the stories provided, other key findings were also identified.
The Understanding the Transition from Military to Civilian Life report (2025) identifies areas within Defence where in-career transition preparation could be strengthened to help …