Historical Abuse Network (2006 - )

The aims of the Historical Abuse Network are:

• to maintain a voice so as to continue dialogue regarding the recommendations from the Queensland Government's Forde Inquiry
• to share and disseminate information
• to support each other
• to reconnect and create support groups for ex-residents of each institution and former children in care as required
• to promote affirmative action and ensure recognition of the continued discrimination and disadvantage of ex-residents and former children in care.

Membership of the Historical Abuse Network is open to anyone:

• who lived in an institution as a child in church or state care, or
• who lived in a Detention Centre for children, or
• who lived in Foster Care
• who experienced abuse whilst in care

AND

• is over 21
• who supports the Mission, Vision and Values of its Network Members
• is willing to abide by the Code of Conduct.