Support for telling your story
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The Disability Royal Commission wants to hear your story if bad things were done to you.
They will listen to people tell their story about
- abuse
- neglect
- violence
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The Royal Commission will go for 3 years.
There is lots of time for you to tell your story.
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It can be hard to tell your story.
You may not know what to say.
You should talk to a support service before you tell your story.
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There are 3 free support services
- Advocacy
- Legal
- Counselling
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1. Advocacy
An advocacy service can stand up for you.IDRS has an advocacy service for people with intellectual disability.
You can call them on 1300 665 908.
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The Royal Commission can also help you find an advocacy service.
Call the Commission on 1800 517 199.
Or email DRCEnquiries@royalcommission.gov.au.
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2. Legal
A legal service can help you know your rights.To use the Royal Commission legal service call 1800 771 800.
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3. Counselling
A counselling service can help you if you feel upset.The counselling service will start in October.
Sign up to our eNews and we will tell you when it has started.
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Contact information
Find out more about the Disability Royal Commission.
If you have any questions please call us on 1800 424 065.