Disability Royal Commission updates

The Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability updates.

The Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability was established in April 2019. The Royal Commission’s final report is expected on 29 September 2023.

In October 2020, the Commission has released its Interim Report.

To find out more about the work of the Royal Commission visit the Commission’s website. 

The Royal Commission developed range of issue papers. These papers enable the Commission to engage with the wider community. 

Community members concerned about sharing their story with the Royal Commission can contact the Your Story Disability Legal Support.

This is a free, independent legal advice service that can be contacted:

  • over the phone on 1800 771 800 (9:15am-5:15pm AEDT Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays) or
  • via the contact us page on the Your Story Disability Legal Support website