The National Redress Scheme provides support to people who experienced institutional child sexual abuse.
Applications can be made any time before 30 June 2027.
The scheme:
- acknowledges that many children were sexually abused in Australian institutions
- holds institutions accountable for this abuse, and
- helps people who have experienced institutional child sexual abuse gain access to counselling, a direct personal response, and a redress payment.
For support, to apply, or for any enquiry, please call 1800 737 377 or visit the National Redress Scheme website.
If you need urgent help or support, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 44 or the Queensland Police Service on 000.