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You are about to enter the National Redress Scheme website.

This website is designed to help people who have experienced institutional child
sexual abuse find out about the National Redress Scheme and how to apply for it.
You may find the content in this website causes distress.

Revisiting the events of the past may be distressing for people as they apply
for redress.

Please remember help and support is available.

If at any time you would like to talk to a professional with experience in
trauma, please contact one of our free and confidential support services. You
can find a service by clicking on the Support Services button below or at the
top of each page on this website.

You can also contact the National Redress Scheme on 1800 737 377 (call charges
may apply). This is available Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm AET except on public
holidays.

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National Redress Scheme


NATIONAL REDRESS SCHEME


BEWARE OF MISLEADING WEBSITES

The National Redress Scheme is aware of a number of unauthorised websites
containing misleading and inaccurate information about the Scheme, some of which
may appear as search results through web browsers. Some of these websites
include information such as the availability of a $3,000 redress payment through
Centrelink, references to welfare payments from other countries and pictures of
government officials. You should not click on links from these websites or
provide personal information that may put you at risk.

Information about the Scheme should only be obtained from trusted sources.

Information on how to apply to the Scheme and what happens once you submit an
application, can be found on our website. Government funded Redress Support
Services are available to provide free localised practical and emotional support
throughout your application process.

If you are concerned about any information you have received about the Scheme,
call the National Redress Scheme on 1800 737 377 for confirmation.

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.

Who can apply?

What happens next?

Institutions

Support Services

Helpful resources

How we protect your information


WHAT IS REDRESS?

The National Redress Scheme acknowledges that many children were sexually abused
in Australian institutions. It recognises the suffering endured because of this
abuse, and holds institutions accountable for this abuse.
People can apply to the National Redress Scheme by filling in a paper
application form, or they can apply online through myGov.
An offer of redress can include:

 * a payment
 * counselling that is confidential and culturally safe
 * a direct personal response, such as an apology, from an institution.

Applicants can choose what parts of the redress offer they want to receive.


WATCH VIDEOS ABOUT THE NATIONAL REDRESS SCHEME 

There are clear, animated videos to help you learn more about the National
Redress Scheme – what it offers, who can apply, how to apply, and more. Visit
the National Redress Scheme videos page.


READ AND PRINT HELPFUL RESOURCES

Like to learn more about the National Redress Scheme? Or do you work with people
who may need support? 

Resources are available with clear information about the National Redress
Scheme, including posters, a brochure, wallet card, factsheet, discussion guide
and more.

There are helpful resources for a range of audiences including:

 * First Nations people
 * Resources in language – Arabic, Burmese, Chinese Simplified, Chinese
   Traditional, Dari, Greek, Italian, Tamil, Turkish and Vietnamese.
 * People with disability.

To read and print these resources, visit the National Redress Scheme Resources
page.


MARTIN’S STORY

As a child, Martin was arrested for stealing an $8 pair of jeans and sent to a
boys’ home. While there, he was sexually abused by people who were responsible
for his protection. It was a painful time for Martin and he did not talk about
it for more than 50 years.
After applying through the National Redress Scheme, Martin received an apology
and a payment. He could not change what happened, but he did find a way to move
forward that was right for him.

To watch Martin’s Story, visit the Martin’s Story page.


FINAL AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESPONSE TO THE SECOND ANNIVERSARY REVIEW

The Australian Government has released a response to the Final Report of the
Second Year Review of the National Redress Scheme.

The Final Response indicates the Australian Government’s commitment to improving
the Scheme.

Changes to Western Australia's Counselling and Psychological Care (CPC)
arrangements

From 1 January 2023, the Western Australia government changed the way
Counselling and Psychological Care (CPC) is administered in Western Australia.

Applicants who receive an offer after 1 January 2023 will now be offered access
to counselling and psychological care services through a qualified practitioner.

Information about Counselling arrangements in your State or territory


SERVICE CHARTER FOR YOUR NATIONAL REDRESS SCHEME

The Service Charter has been developed in response to recommendation 2.1 of the
second year review – to improve the survivor experience of the National Redress
Scheme. The Service Charter was co-developed with survivors, advocates and
Redress Support Services. The Service Charter aims to help survivors at every
stage of their redress journey and explains what they can expect from the
National Redress Scheme.

To access the Service Charter, the summary version of the Service Charter and
the Scheme Improvement Update please visit the Service Charter page.


UPDATES TO THE SCHEME


NATIONAL REDRESS SCHEME – UPDATE

29 Apr 2024


NATIONAL REDRESS SCHEME – UPDATE

26 Mar 2024


NATIONAL REDRESS SCHEME – UPDATE

13 Feb 2024

Keep informed as institutions join the National Redress Scheme
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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.


SITEMAP

 * Home
 * About
   * About the National Redress Scheme
   * Second anniversary review
   * Survivor Roundtable
   * Direct Personal Response Action Plan
   * Direct Personal Response Information and Support
   * About this website
   * Updates to the Scheme
   * Strategic Success Measures
   * Responses to Government inquiries
   * Privacy
   * Contact Us
   * Feedback and complaints
 * Applying
   * Service Charter
   * Who can apply
   * What can you apply for?
   * Thinking about applying
   * Start or continue an application
   * What happens next
 * Support Services
   * Get free help to apply
   * knowmore legal support
   * knowmore financial counselling
   * National Redress Support Services
   * Redress Support Services by State or Territory
 * Institutions
   * Institutions that have joined the Scheme
   * Institutions intending to participate in the National Redress Scheme
   * Institutions that are unable to participate in the National Redress Scheme
   * Institutions that have not joined or signified their intent to join the
     Scheme
   * Search for institutions that have joined the Scheme
 * Resources
   * Information about the Scheme
   * For First Nations People
   * In your language
   * Easy Read
   * Videos
   * National Redress Scheme resources for community groups
   * Serious Criminal Conviction Additional Information Form
   * National Redress Scheme products available to order
 * Logins
   * myGov
   * Secure Email


TRANSLATED INFORMATION

 * Translating and Interpreting Service
 * Resources in your language

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