The Cook Government has acknowledged the release of the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability Final Report, a product of significant work and dedication from people across Australia.
The Royal Commission has run for over four years and resulted in more than 10,000 people sharing their stories in public hearings, submissions, or private sessions.
The Royal Commission identified instances of discrimination, exclusion and structural barriers to accessing supports and services, producing an insight into the pervasive emotional and psychological distress experienced by many people with disability in Australia.
This report provides an opportunity to understand what can be done across the country to make society more inclusive for the disability community.
Comments attributed to Disability Services Minister Don Punch:
“I thank the Hon Ronald Sackville AO KC and his fellow Commissioners for their leadership and tirelessness in undertaking this work.
“Across the Royal Commission, the contributions of people with disability, their families, carers and supporters have built an impressive and important body of work.
“I would like to extend my sincere admiration and appreciation of the efforts of those individuals who have shared their stories, experiences and insights to the Royal Commission.
“I also recognise the people with disability and many supporters who campaigned relentlessly for this Royal Commission. The outcomes from this process will be the result of your perseverance and great bravery.”
