Sector: Government

ARACY’s Submission on Proposed Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Evidence-Based Solutions for Youth Digital Safety

On 22 November 2024, ARACY submitted its opposition to the Senate Standing Committees on Environment and Communications regarding the proposed ban on social media for children under 16. ARACY emphasises the importance of evidence-based, inclusive approaches to protect young people while respecting their rights. Social media plays a pivotal role in fostering connection, creativity, and […]

Submission to the Senate Inquiry into Australia’s Youth Justice and Incarceration System

ARACY’s Submission to the 2024 Senate Inquiry into Australia’s Youth Justice and Incarceration System

Submission on Draft National Guidelines for including mental health and wellbeing in early childhood health checks

This is ARACY’s submission on Draft National Guidelines for including mental health and wellbeing in early childhood health checks. Overall, ARACY supports the guidelines and commends the National Mental Health Commission for responding to the outcomes of earlier consultations. In particular, ARACY is pleased to see the scope of the guidelines has broadened from mental […]