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Stolen Generations Reparations Package

Supporting Stolen Generations, their families and communities through a holistic reparations package.

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This subject may be very hard to read or talk about. It may bring up difficult feelings and memories. 24/7 support services are available.

What is the package?

The package addresses the trauma and suffering caused by the forced removal of Aboriginal children from their families, culture, and Country. It applies to children removed in Victoria before 31 December 1976.

All applicants can access trauma-informed counselling. They can also access financial planning, legal advice and disability supports in relation to the Package.

The package includes one or more of the following:

  • a $100,000 lump sum payment
  • a personal apology from the Victorian Government
  • support for healing programs like family reunions, reconnecting to Country and language programs
  • an opportunity to record and share your story
  • access to State records about your removal.

Apply for the package

There are 3 ways to apply:

  • Call us

    We can talk you through what you need to do.

  • Use a paper form

    Download and print a form, or we can send you a copy.

  • Apply online

    Register to apply online for yourself or someone else.

Applications opened on 31 March 2022 and close 31 March 2027.

Contact us

Please call or email, our friendly staff are waiting to have a yarn!

Our office is open 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).

Email: stolen.generations@justice.vic.gov.au

Freecall: 1800 566 071

Package information

About the package

What is included in the package, how it was designed and the people involved.

Who can apply?

Find out if you are eligible to apply for the package.

The application process

Details of the 3 stages of the application process and what you need to do to apply.

Support and other resources

Support and further assistance

Help you can get with applying and support available to you once you submit your application.

Restorative programs

Learn about the various restorative programs that are on offer.

Forms and other downloads

Find all the forms you need, as well as guidelines and fact sheets that explain the package.

Provide feedback or make a complaint

We are committed to providing service excellence. We welcome feedback about our services and staff and will respond fairly in a timely manner.

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The artwork on this page

The artwork, "My Spiritual Journey", is a 2021 piece by Fay Thorpe.

"My Spiritual Journey is about my journey through life as a member of the Stolen Generations. For as long as I can remember Bunjil has been watching upon me. Bunjil has guided me with strength and courage to keep me going through all of these years... Bunjil is my protector."

– Fay Thorpe (artist)

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