About Us

Who We Are

ARACY's purpose is to champion all Australian children and young people to thrive.

ARACY is relentless in our pursuit of the wellbeing of all Australian children and young people. We drive systemic change, collaborate with communities, and amplify young voices to create a healthier future. Our work focuses on prevention, early intervention, and equity.

As our children’s needs evolve, so too must the support systems that nurture them. ARACY is committed to advocating for best practices and policies that prevent disease and promote holistic health, ensuring equitable care for all.

In today’s fast-paced world, parents, carers, educators, health professionals, and policymakers face the constant challenge of adapting to new demands. Governments must take the lead in driving systemic improvements, overcoming the complexities of different jurisdictions and sectors to genuinely prioritise young Australians.

Our team stands at the forefront of this mission, bringing together evidence, practitioners and policymakers to develop child-centred strategies that make a real difference.

ARACY Team
ARACY Team May 2024

We genuinely listen to and amplify the voices of young people, highlighting their issues and the solutions they envision.

We respect the wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders and support the Uluru Statement from the Heart. ARACY is dedicated to bridging the equity gap between First Nations children and their non-First Nations peers. We treasure the rich and diverse cultures and customs of First Nations people, recognising them as valued knowledge holders, leaders, and partners in creating the conditions for all our children to thrive.

As a nonpartisan organisation, ARACY remains independent and objective in our advocacy for holistic wellbeing, including health. We aim for sustainable system changes that prevent disease and promote early intervention, while our commitment to the complete wellbeing of young people drives us to seek meaningful and lasting improvements.

Join ARACY’s journey towards a future where every child and young person in Australia leads a vibrant, healthy life.

Our History Highlights

ARACY was established to harness the expertise and resources of individuals and organisations in developing innovative solutions to the range of complex problems affecting the health, development and wellbeing of increasing numbers of young Australians.

Founder and 2003 Australian of the Year Professor Fiona Stanley labelled the organisation:

“the most broadly based collaborative venture ever attempted in Australia, to address a social issue of major national significance.”

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