Completing a National Redress Scheme Application: What You Need to Know

The National Redress Scheme (NRS) stops accepting applications on the 30 June 2027 for most people.

Some survivors and victims of institutional child sexual abuse have not yet had legal advice or submitted an application to the NRS. Many services don’t yet know about the NRS. This webinar series is designed to provide information about the NRS, the application process, and practical guidance and tips for completing an NRS application form.

This webinar series will be useful if you are a:
• survivor or victim of child sexual abuse
• loved one or supporter of someone who is
• service provider that supports people who may be survivors.

This webinar series is for victim-survivors of child sexual abuse and their supporters. The option to speak and be visible on camera will not be available to attendees, and all attendee names will be anonymous and hidden from other attendees. These settings are in place to protect your privacy.

This webinar will be run over two sessions, on two consecutive days:
• Session 1: Monday, 30 November 2026, 12:30pm – 1:30pm (AEST)
• Session 2: Tuesday, 1 December 2026, 11:30am – 12:30pm (AEST)

Session 1 will cover:
• A brief overview of some of the legal options that may be available to survivors.
• A brief overview of the NRS, including who may be eligible.
• An introduction to the NRS application form, including its structure and key sections.
• Practical guidance and tips to consider when completing an NRS application, including the types of information, documents and records that may be relevant.
• Looking after yourself while preparing an NRS application.

Session 2 will cover:
• What to do when your application is ready to be submitted, including how to lodge an NRS application and practical tips.
• What to expect after an application is submitted, including an overview of the NRS process, key stages and timeframes.
• Understanding possible redress outcomes and options that may be available to applicants.
• Finding support, including an overview of redress support services and legal services, when they may be able to assist and how to access further support or referrals.

By the end of this webinar series, participants will be able to:
1. Identify the key eligibility requirements for the NRS.
2. Understand the structure of the NRS application form, and key sections of the form.
3. Identify what information, records or documents may assist your application.
4. Understand the key stages of the NRS application process.
5. Know where to ask for support, assistance and advice from a legal or Redress Support Service.