Redress Scheme Options: A free half day workshop for community workers, groups and local organisations (DANDENONG)

The Federal Government established this Scheme to support Survivors of institutional child sexual abuse. It commenced on 1 July 2018 and is open to application until 30 June 2027. 

Eight Victorian Redress Support Services are collaborating to provide you with detailed information about how to assist clients on their journey. 

The half day workshop covers:

• Interactive presentations about the National Redress Scheme; Victorian Stolen Generations Reparations Package; Territories Stolen Generations Redress Scheme; Historical Forced Adoptions Redress Scheme; and upcoming Victorian Redress for Pre-1990 Care Leavers/Forgotten Australians. 
• Information on how to access free and independent lawyers and financial counsellors 
• Presentations by specialist Redress support staff including First nations, CALD and Multicultural services 
• Interactive workshop exploring cultural safety and trauma informed practice 
• Networking with Q & A sessions 
• Information resources to take away

Afternoon tea provided

For questions and information please contact IGFF on 1300 12 4433 or igff@igff.org.au