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If a child is in immediate danger call Triple Zero 000 or your local police
Your local police can be contacted at 131 444, or at your local police station
If you prefer to report in confidence, you can make a report to Crimestoppers or call their toll-free number 1800 333 000
The Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation (ACCCE) is led by the Australian Federal Police and brings together Australian Law Enforcement members dedicated to countering online child sexual exploitation. The ACCCE receives reports of inappropriate, harmful or criminal activities that have occurred to children online. To the ACCCE you can report:
eSafety is Australia’s government regulator dedicated to online safety. Child sexual abuse material or other offensive and illegal content can be reported to the eSafety Commissioner who will work to remove it. If you suspect someone over the age of 18 years old is being exploited online or you wish to make a report for yourself, a person can make a report to the eSafety Commissioner
Social media and gaming platforms: If something inappropriate happens on a platform, use the reporting mechanism within their app, website or game
Bravehearts Information & Support Line Line is a toll-free phone service for those seeking advice or help related to child sexual abuse, including what to do if your child or someone you know has disclosed child sexual abuse. Call 1800 241 826, 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday – Friday AEST (hours may vary on public holidays)
Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free 24/7 confidential and private counselling service specifically for children and young people aged 5 – 25. Call 1800 55 1800
Blue Knot Foundation Helpline is the National Centre of Excellence for Complex Trauma. It provides support, education and resources for the families and communities of adult survivors of childhood trauma and abuse
Call 1300 657 380, Monday – Sunday between 9am – 5pm AEST or via email helpline@blueknot.org.au.
PartnerSPEAK provides support for non-offending partners, family members, friends, or anyone else who is affected by a person’s involvement in child sexual abuse and child exploitation material. Call 1300 590 589, chat online or access their forum
1800RESPECT provides support for people impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence. Call 1800 737 732 (1800RESPECT) or chat online.
Lifeline provides 24-hour crisis counselling, support groups and suicide prevention services
Call 13 11 14, text 0477 13 11 14 or chat online. For more services, please see healthdirect’s Mental Health Helplines
Stop It Now! Australia works with adults with concerns about their own or someone else’s sexual thoughts or behaviours towards children. Call 1800 01 1800 or chat online Monday – Tuesday 10am – 2pm AEST/AEDT or Wednesday – Thursday 1pm-4pm AEST/AEDT.
ICMEC Australia acknowledges Traditional Owners throughout Australia and their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and Elders past and present.
