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The National Redress Scheme commenced on 1 July 2028, in response to the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse. The Royal Commission listened to thousands of survivors…
A direct personal response is an opportunity for you to receive an apology from the institution/s for the harm you experienced as a child. It can also include an assurance of what the institution/s…
A redress payment will be decided on an individual basis. Payments will range from less than $10,000 through to $150,000.
Counselling is part of the offer of redress that you can choose to accept.
After applying, we will contact you to acknowledge your application has been safely received. We may contact you by phone or letter, to confirm details in your application or request additional…
Independent Decision Makers consider applications, make decisions, and conduct reviews. They come from many different and highly experienced backgrounds.

The Australian Government acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, water, culture and community. We pay our respects to the Elders both past and present.

Keep informed of latest news and updates to the National Redress Scheme