You can provide your details but ask that your identity is not made public.

This allows you to share your experience openly while keeping your name private. The Commission will know who you are and can contact you if needed, but your identity will not be published.

If you choose this option, you may wish to share why you would like your identity protected. This can help the Commission understand how your experience affects you in everyday life, including any concerns around safety, reputation, or your professional circumstances.

Your submission may still be used by the Commission, in a de-identified form.

You can choose whether your submission is published.

This is separate from whether you share your name.

If you submit confidentially, your name will not be published, but your submission can still be shared without identifying you.

If you do not agree to publication, your submission will not be published.

You can indicate whether the Commission may contact you.

Providing contact details allows the Commission to follow up if it needs to better understand your submission. Being contactable can help ensure your experience is fully understood.

If you do not provide contact details, the Commission will not be able to reach you, even if you indicate that it may.

You can choose not to provide your name or contact details.

The Commission will still review your submission, but it will not be able to contact you to clarify information or verify details if needed.

Making a submission means you may be contacted by the Commission, and in some cases, invited to give evidence.

Not everyone who makes a submission will be contacted or asked to appear at a hearing.

If you are invited to give evidence, this may take place in a private setting or at a public hearing. You can indicate your preference, and the Commission will take this into account, including your safety and wellbeing, the sensitivity of the material, and the risk of identifying individuals. The final decision rests with the Commission.

If you are asked to participate, support may be available to help you through the process.