PART 1: The National Redress Scheme—in response to the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse

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We talk to Prue Gregory, the wonderful piano-playing Principal Lawyer from the knowmore legal service, about the National Redress Scheme for people who have experienced institutional child sexual abuse.

 Prue talks about:

• eligibility for the scheme
• the financial implications for clients who receive a payment under the scheme
• the situation for prisoners
• other options for people
• what community and support workers can do to help, and
• how you can work safely with survivors of trauma.

The National Redress Scheme started on 1 July 2018 and runs for 10 years. knowmore is the legal service that is funded to help people through the scheme.

One of Prue’s main messages is to tell people to take a deep breath—knowmore gives priority to people who have life threatening illnesses. If your clients are not in this situation, there is no rush. They have until 30 June 2027 to make a claim.

The podcast was recorded the day after Prue attended the national apology in Canberra on 22 October 2018.

Referrals and more information

To find more information about where your clients can get help contact:

• knowmore legal service 1800 605 762
• National Redress Scheme 1800 737 377
• Legal Aid NSW webinar―knowmore—beyond the Royal Commission recorded on 23 October 2018

Look after yourself

Some of our topics may contain sensitive or confronting content. We want this to be a safe space for listeners. Please check the topic and description of the podcast before you tune in. If you need support there are services that can help:

• Beyond Blue -1300 224 636
• Lifeline -13 11 14

Disclaimer: This podcast is a general guide to the law. You should not rely on it as legal advice. We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about any particular situation. The information is correct at the time of publishing but it may change. For more information, start with our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au or on 1300 888 529.