The National Redress Scheme is for people who experienced child sexual abuse while in an institution. The Scheme helps people access redress and can connect them to free confidential Redress Support Services.
How redress works
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Learn about what redress means
Learn about redress
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Decide if you want to apply
How to apply
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Download forms or apply online
Apply now
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Check if they are part of the Scheme
Look up institutions
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What to expect after you have applied
What happens next
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How to respond after you receive your redress outcome
Accept, decline or review an offer
Free support is available to help you apply
Redress Support Services offer free, confidential, and independent practical and emotional support. They can help you fill out an application form to apply for redress and speak with the National Redress Scheme on your behalf.
knowmore(Opens in a new tab/window) is a legal support service that offers free and confidential support and financial counselling.
News and updates
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October update 2024
This is the October National Redress Scheme newsletter for 2024. It includes information on changes to the Redress Assessment Framework, the sixth anniversary of the National Apology, new Strategic Success Measures report, visits to Dandenong and Hurstville and the latest Scheme data. -
September update 2024
This is the September National Redress Scheme newsletter for 2024. It includes safeguarding the Scheme webpage, Territories Stolen Generation Redress Scheme, community engagement in Sydney and new institutions to join the Scheme. -
August update 2024
This is the August National Redress Scheme newsletter for 2024. It includes support available in WA time zone, keeping your myGov account secure, creating valid nominee forms, parliamentary inquiry finishes soon and latest data on applications.