The Joint Select Committee on the Implementation of the National Redress Scheme (the Committee) continues to benefit from the co-operation of survivors, redress support services, state and territory governments and other stakeholders in preparing this second interim report.
The Committee is particularly grateful for the willingness of Ms Robyn Kruk AO to engage with the Committee during the consultation process while also preparing the report of the Second Anniversary Legislated Review.
The Committee believes the work contained in the First Interim Report of this Committee provided a valuable resource for the Second Anniversary Legislated Review, providing a credible and informative additional source of commentary on the current operation and future improvements to the National Redress Scheme.
We also extend our appreciation to representatives from the Department of Social Services who consistently made themselves available to the Committee through participation in both private and public hearings and responding to the many questions arising from Committee Members during these inquiries.
Most importantly, the Committee extends its deepest appreciation to the many survivors and survivor groups who have continued to share their stories – these insights have been invaluable.
The Committee cannot express its appreciation strongly enough.
The work of the Committee is always for your benefit, and through our work to improve the National Redress Scheme we hope to honour your honesty and bravery.
You are heard. You are valued. You are believed.