07 February 2025

Coming Up

Prevention United Webinar | Tuesday 11th February

ARACY webinar | Young & Wise Launch | Friday 14th February

Welcome to the latest edition of the ARACY Insider!

This week, we're highlighting key initiatives that support children's wellbeing and education, from strengthening family engagement in schools to amplifying young people's voices in decision-making. We’re also celebrating important collaborations that drive positive change, including our work with AERO and recognition from the ACT Children and Young People's Commissioner Jodie Griffiths-Cook for the upcoming Young and Wise launch.

Read on for the latest updates, resources, and opportunities to get involved!

COMING UP

Prevention United Webinar

Tuesday 11th of February 2025, 12pm AEDT, Online

Preventing child maltreatment to prevent mental ill-health

• Widespread Issue: 62% of Australians have experienced childhood maltreatment, highlighting its pervasive impact.
• Policy Solutions: The Wellbeing and Prevention Coalition's latest brief identifies immediate actions and policy solutions to address maltreatment.
• Call to Action: Preventing childhood maltreatment is the most critical primary prevention opportunity for mental ill health and suicidality—this webinar will explore how we can work together to drive change.

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"Congratulations?to ARACY and everyone involved in the?Young and Wise?report – especially the children and young people who shared their insights. They’ve told us what they need to thrive—and it’s up to us to act."

National Children’s Commissioner Anne Hollonds

ARACY Young and Wise Launch

Find out what 10,000 Children and Young People over 5 years in 117 reports say they need to thrive in Australia.

We are thrilled to invite you to the official launch of the?Young and Wise Report. This report is a culmination of insights gathered from young Australians, exploring their perspectives on key issues that affect their lives and their vision for a brighter future.

Don’t miss our expert panel featuring: ? Anne Hollonds, National Children’s Commissioner ? Prue Warrilow, CEO of ARACY ? Hannah Vardy, Duty of Care Campaigner ? Dr Kristy Noble, ARACY Author?

Event details: ???Date:?14 February 2025 ???Time:?1 pm AEDT ???Location:?Online

We look forward to seeing you at the webinar! Can't make that time? Register to receive the recording. Please also take the opportunity to submit your questions for our panel when you register.

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READ THE MEDIA RELEASE

ARACY HIGHLIGHTS

We’re thrilled to announce that Jodie Griffiths-Cook , the ACT Children and Young People's Commissioner, has officially endorsed ARACY's Young and Wise report!?

Her support underscores the vital need to listen to young people and ensure their voices are at the heart of the policies and decisions that impact them.?

A huge thank you to all commissioners across Australia for your unwavering commitment to engaging with young people, amplifying their voices, and making sure they are heard in decision-making. Your dedication is truly inspiring!

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We’ve Had a Wonderful Response from young people across Australia – But We Need More Young Voices from the Northern Territory!?

Are you aged 14 to 25 and based in the Northern Territory or know someone who is? We’re looking for passionate young people to join ARACY as Young Ambassadors in 2025!

We’ve had an incredible response to our call-out, but we’re missing voices from the NT—and we want to make sure young people from across Australia are represented. This is your chance to help shape how ARACY engages and supports young people nationwide.

About the Role

As a Young Ambassador, you will:

? Participate in three online workshops to help design and evaluate ARACY’s youth engagement strategy.

? (Optional) Join occasional email or WhatsApp discussions on how we can elevate young voices in the media.

? Have the chance to take part in additional opportunities based on your interests.

No prior experience is needed—just creativity, enthusiasm, and a passion for making a difference!

What You’ll Get

?? Paid participation—$50 per 1.5-hour workshop. ?? Recognition on ARACY’s website (with your permission). ?? A chance to influence national policy and advocacy work. ?? A platform to share your ideas and experiences.

This is a flexible, remote opportunity running until December 2025. If you apply but aren’t selected this time, we’ll keep your details for future opportunities.

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FIND OUT MORE ABOUT YOUNG AND WISE

Enhancing Family Engagement in Education: Tools, Resources, and Insights

• Strengthening Family Engagement: ARACY’s Parent and Family Engagement Implementation Guide continues to support school leaders in fostering positive partnerships with families to improve student achievement and wellbeing outcomes. Learn more about this evidence-based approach.
• Family Engagement Tools: ARACY collaborated with AERO to develop audit tools and implementation checklists to help teachers and school leaders plan and monitor family engagement efforts at primary and secondary levels. Access these valuable resources today.
• AITSL's Parent Engagement Spotlight: The AITSL’s Strengthening Parent Engagement to Improve Student Outcomes paper, published in June 2024, heavily references ARACY’s Implementation Guide, showcasing its ongoing impact in enhancing family-school partnerships.

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Content to Thrive by

Podcast - At What Cost?

• Australia’s childcare crisis is having dire consequences for children, families, communities, the economy, and especially women.
• Host Georgie Dent, The Parenthood CEO shares real stories of parents facing the challenges of the broken childcare system, alongside expert solutions.
• At What Cost is a Future Women podcast in partnership with The Parenthood.

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