The Uniting Church in Australia, Queensland Synod believes that all people are created in the image of God.  The Church does not tolerate any abuse, exploitation, harm, harassment or misconduct towards any person, as this behaviour is destructive to God’s people and violates the love we know in Jesus Christ.

The Uniting Church welcomes feedback and will respond constructively to complaints and reports of abuse.

To assist you in making your complaint to the right person, please refer to the information below.

Any activity which could have subjected a child to abuse or harm.
phone: 1800 586 591
email: Complaints@ucaqld.com.au
web: Report abuse form
post: “Confidential”, general secretary
Uniting Church Queensland Synod
GPO Box 674
Brisbane QLD 4001

The National Redress Scheme provides support to people who experienced institutional child sexual abuse.

The National Redress Scheme is in response to the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to 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.

The scheme started on 1 July 2018 and will run for 10 years.

For support, to apply, or for any enquiry, please contact the National Redress Scheme on 1800 737 377.

If you need urgent help or support, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 44 or the Queensland Police Service on 000.

Any activity that involves a Uniting Church minister or pastor and the allegation is sexual in nature. Including activities in a congregation, UnitingCare facility, school or the general community.

phone: 1800 586 591
email: Complaints@ucaqld.com.au
web: Report abuse form
post: “Confidential”, general secretary
Uniting Church Queensland Synod
GPO Box 674
Brisbane QLD 4001

Any activity that involves a Uniting Church minister or pastor and the allegation is not sexual in nature, including activities in a congregation, UnitingCare facility, school or the general community.

Contact the presbytery chairperson: find your presbytery

Any allegation that is sexual in nature but does not involve a Uniting Church minister or pastor.

Contact the presbytery chairperson: find your presbytery

Any activity within a congregation e.g. noise, issues with neighbouring properties, activities provided by the congregation, worship etc.

Contact the church council chairperson: find congregation contacts here

Any activity that relates to a Uniting Church school and which does not involve a Uniting Church minister or pastor.

Refer to the principal of the relevant school: find your school contacts here

Any complaint that relates to an activity or facility of UnitingCare Queensland and does not involve a Uniting Church minister or pastor.

Feedback and Complaints

UnitingCare takes all compliments, complaints, and general feedback about its services and staff seriously. The organisation prioritises the experiences and opinions of individuals regarding the service provided by UnitingCare. Feedback provided by clients, family members, carers, organisations, and community members is utilised to inform planning, enhance organisational performance, improve service delivery and client satisfaction, and cultivate positive relationships with all stakeholders. Click here to make a complaint or provide feedback.

Interim redress/historical abuse

UnitingCare acknowledges past abuse suffered by individuals in institutional care and condemns such actions. President Stuart McMillan apologised on June 4, 2018, announcing the Church’s commitment to the National Redress Scheme for survivors of institutional child sexual abuse. Report a past or current concern here

Web: https://www.unitingcareqld.com.au/about-us/contact-us 

Any complaint that relates to an activity or facility of UnitingCare Community and does not involve a Uniting Church minister or pastor.

Feedback and Complaints

UnitingCare takes all compliments, complaints, and general feedback about its services and staff seriously. The organisation prioritises the experiences and opinions of individuals regarding the service provided by UnitingCare. Feedback provided by clients, family members, carers, organisations, and community members is utilised to inform planning, enhance organisational performance, improve service delivery and client satisfaction, and cultivate positive relationships with all stakeholders. Click here to make a complaint or provide feedback.

Web: https://www.unitingcareqld.com.au/services-and-support/family-support

Any complaint that relates to an activity or facility of Blue Care Queensland and does not involve a Uniting Church minister or pastor.

BlueCare values feedback, whether it’s praise or concerns about their services. They believe in partnering with clients, respecting their confidentiality. Your input helps BlueCare improve. You can share feedback and report complaints here.

Web: https://www.bluecare.org.au/about-us/contact-us

Any complaint that relates to an activity or facility of  Wesley Mission Queensland and does not involve a Uniting Church minister or pastor.

Wesley Mission appreciates suggestions and compliments, treating reports or complaints with grace and respect. Feedback from families and carers is warmly welcomed. Click here for more information. 

Any complaint that relates to an activity of UnitingWorld and does not involve a Uniting Church minister or pastor.

UnitingWorld prioritises the safety and well-being of all individuals, particularly focusing on the most vulnerable. As part of fostering a culture and practice that values people’s welfare, they have developed a suite of policies outlining their approach. Click here for more information.

Web: https://unitingworld.org.au/contact-us/