Advocacy for Inclusion (AFI) is aware of recent media coverage concerning a former employee of AFI. AFI is cooperating fully with the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and supporting their enquiries.
AFI takes this matter very seriously and recognises the concern it may cause within our community. An internal review is underway in accordance with our established procedures, to ensure the matter is handled promptly, fairly, and with appropriate care for all involved.
To protect the integrity of the investigation and the privacy of those involved, AFI is unable to comment further at this stage. A further public update may be provided when it is appropriate to do so.
AFI remains deeply committed to the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of the people we serve.
If you have been affected by this news and require support, the following services are available:
· Lifeline: 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support)
· Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
· NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission: 1800 035 544
· 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732
· 13YARN – 13 92 76 (24/7, to talk with an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander crisis supporter)
· SANE Australia – mental health support and counselling resources
· Disability Gateway – 1800 643 787 for information, support and referral services for people with disability, families and carers.
· National Disability Abuse and Neglect Hotline – 1800 880 052. Free, independent and confidential support.
For further information or to raise any concerns, please contact James Fisher or Emily Hallt at media@molonglolegal.com. They have been designated to address media enquiries.