Redress for Historical Institutional Abuse is for people who experienced physical, emotional or psychological abuse and neglect as children in institutional settings in Victoria before 1990.
Applications opened on 10 December 2024 and are expected to be open for 18 months. Redress will be managed by the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing.
If you apply and are found eligible, you will be offered:
- a payment of up to $20,000
- a personal acknowledgement or apology
- counselling.
If you are eligible for Redress, you can choose any or all these options.
More information about eligibility and to apply, visit Redress for Historical Institutional Abuse on the DFFH Services website.