NGO physical and sexual abuse insurance: inter-jurisdictional working group (IJWG)

• ACT has implemented a scheme for contracted out of home care providers, utilising the recommendation of the Phase 2 Final report. The terms of the scheme will be reviewed each 12 months, in consultation with stakeholders.
• Contact: CBRStepsUp@act.gov.au

• Northern Territory has confirmed it will not establish a scheme due to the small number of service providers operating.

• NSW is considering the Phase 2 Final Report and design elements of a potential long-term solution, including undertaking costings and planning for sector consultations. NSW has a short-term scheme in place. Information about the scheme can be accessed here.
• Contact: ngoindemnityscheme@facs.nsw.gov.au

• Queensland is considering recommendations of Finity’s Phase 2 Final Report and design of a potential long-term state-based solution. This includes further policy, costing and modelling work as well as planning for consultation with the sector. Queensland has a short-term indemnity scheme in place.
• Contact: Helen.Missen@cyjma.qld.gov.au

• South Australia
• Contact: SAFAInsurance@sa.gov.au

• Tasmania
• Contact: Brett.Noble@dpac.tas.gov.au

• Victoria has an established insurance program which will remain in place.
• Contact: Aubrey.Mair@dffh.vic.gov.au

Please contact your relevant jurisdiction for the latest advice and information.