Grant applications open: first national service for non-offending family members of child sexual abuse perpetrators

As part of the National Strategy to Prevent and Respond to Child Sexual Abuse 2021–2030, the Australian Government is welcoming applications for a three-year grant opportunity to establish Australia’s first national support service for non-offending family members of child sexual abuse perpetrators.

The grant opportunity will deliver a national service that provides non-offending family members support at the time of crisis and through ongoing periods of adjustment, recovery and healing. Non-offending family members will be able to access safe and inclusive support through a range of service channels, including a national helpline and an online peer support forum.

The successful grantee will also promote shared learning and practice development, advocate for non-offending family members and be committed to raising broader community awareness.

Applications will be open on GrantConnect from 21 May to 3 July 2026. Find more information in the Grant Opportunity Guidelines on GrantConnect.

Please direct questions about this grant to support@communitygrants.gov.au.

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