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Support and wellbeing

If you or someone you know needs support, please see below a list of free support services. These services can provide support for people who have experienced child sexual abuse at school and other types of abuse, their support people and affected community members.

Free support services

In case of an emergency

In case of an emergency, please call Triple Zero (000).

For example:

  • If someone is seriously injured or in need of urgent medical help
  • If your life or property is being threatened
  • If you have just witnesses a serious accident or crime.

For more information visit the Triple Zero website.

Making a report

Victoria Police

If you would like to report historical child sexual abuse involving an institution to Victoria Police, please contact the Sexual Crime Squad - Historical Investigation Team (formerly SANO Taskforce).

Victoria Department of Education

If you are a current or a former student, the Victoria Department of Education encourages you to report abuse to the department directly.

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