Support for victims of abuse
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Domestic and family violence
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Child abuse
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Sexual abuse and assault
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Elder abuse
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National Redress Scheme
The Queensland Government will join the National Redress Scheme for people who have experienced institutional child sexual abuse.
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Torture and trauma
If you or someone you care about has experienced torture or trauma, there is help available.
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Reporting abuse
Find out how to report different types of abuse.
Emergency contacts
If you are, or someone else is, in immediate danger, phone the police on Triple Zero (000).
- Domestic and family violence
For help and advice call DVConnect Womensline on 1800 811 811 (24 hours, 7 days a week) or Mensline on 1800 600 636 (9am to midnight, 7 days a week). - Child abuse
Contact a Regional Intake Service (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) or the Child Safety After Hours Service Centre on 1800 177 135 or (07) 3235 9999 (24 hours a day) if outside business hours. - Sexual abuse and assault
Phone the Sexual Assault Helpline on 1800 010 120. - Elder abuse
Phone the Elder Abuse Helpline on 1300 651 192 for help and advice.
Victim Assist
To access Victim Assist, you can complete our online information request, email victimassist@justice.qld.gov.au or phone 1300 546 587 (business hours).
Financial assistance for victims of violent crime
If you are a victim of an act of violence, we may be able to help you pay for the things you need to help you recover from the crime and its effects. Find out about the types of financial assistance available.
