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Reporting child sexual abuse to the police

February 14, 2023 Author: knowmore

Child sexual abuse is illegal in Australia. You can report child sexual abuse to the police.

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Can I get compensation? For people in jail

February 14, 2023 Author: knowmore

If you experienced childhood sexual abuse, you may be able to get compensation. Compensation can recognise the wrongdoing done to you and help you to recover money.

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Things to know about making a civil claim

December 16, 2022 Author: knowmore

This fact sheet explores some important things you need to consider when making a civil claim for childhood sexual abuse and questions you may wish to ask your civil claim lawyer.

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Can I get compensation? Western Australia

June 29, 2022 Author: knowmore

If you have been injured in a violent act, including if you survived childhood sexual abuse, you may be able to get compensation in WA.

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Can I get compensation? Victoria

June 29, 2022 Author: knowmore

If you have been injured in a violent act, including if you survived childhood sexual abuse, you may be able to get compensation in Victoria.

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Can I get compensation? Tasmania

June 29, 2022 Author: knowmore

If you have been injured in a violent act, including if you survived childhood sexual abuse, you may be able to get compensation in Tasmania.

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Can I get compensation? South Australia

June 29, 2022 Author: knowmore

If you have been injured in a violent act, including if you survived childhood sexual abuse, you may be able to get compensation in SA.

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Can I get compensation? Queensland

June 29, 2022 Author: knowmore

If you have been injured in a violent act, including if you survived childhood sexual abuse, you may be able to get compensation in Qld.

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Can I get compensation? Northern Territory

June 29, 2022 Author: knowmore

If you have been injured in a violent act, including if you survived childhood sexual abuse, you may be able to get compensation in the NT.

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Can I get compensation? New South Wales

June 29, 2022 Author: knowmore

If you have been injured in a violent act, including if you survived childhood sexual abuse, you may be able to get compensation in the NSW.

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Can I get compensation? Australian Capital Territory

June 29, 2022 Author: knowmore

If you have been injured in a violent act, including if you survived childhood sexual abuse, you may be able to get compensation in the ACT.

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My story: Survivor Debbie McFarlane

July 22, 2020 Author: knowmore

Survivor Debbie McFarlane tells her story about applying for redress through the National Redress Scheme.