If you have received an offer from the Scheme, Knowmore can help
Knowmore provides free, independent and confidential legal advice to people who have received an offer from the WA Stolen Generations Redress Scheme.
We can help you understand:
- what your offer means
- your options for accepting or responding
- the personal acknowledgement process
- how the offer may interact with other payments or supports
Our team works in a culturally safe and trauma-informed way. If you prefer, you can speak with one of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Advisors.
If you have received an offer and want legal advice, call Knowmore on 1800 605 762.
About the WA Stolen Generations Redress Scheme
The WA Stolen Generations Redress Scheme recognises the harm caused by past government policies that removed Aboriginal children from their families, communities, and Country.
The Scheme is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people who were removed from their families in WA before 1 July 1972.
Eligible applicants may receive:
- a one-off payment of $85,000, and
- an optional personal acknowledgement from a representative of the WA Government.
The Scheme is coordinated by the WA Department of the Premier and Cabinet.
Support services to help you apply
The Department has partnered with three Aboriginal community-controlled organisations who can help people apply. They offer practical support, emotional support, and guidance throughout the application process:
Yokai: Healing Our Spirit
Supporting survivors with healing, advocacy and community-based support.
Yorgum Healing Services
Providing culturally safe counselling, healing services and family support.
Kimberley Stolen Generations Aboriginal Corporation (KSGAC)
Supporting Stolen Generations survivors and families across the Kimberley.