To address online safety concerns and harmful content, Instagram has introduced ‘Teen Accounts’ to provide more protection for users aged 13 to 15, creating safer experiences for young people, while giving parents reassurance and increased oversight ⤵ [about.fb.com/news/2024/09/i…]

Across Australia, social enterprises and impact-driven organisations are busy working towards a fairer, more sustainable future. We're privileged to share some of their recent successes and moves to recognise their achievements and efforts... Fitted for Work won the Victorian

Daniel Donahoo, Billy Garvey, and Fiona Holder discuss screen time anxieties with Kate Mannell 📹 YouTube youtu.be/0RBY3teKmjc 🎙 Podcast open.spotify.com/show/676YQjGRt… #screentime #childhood #digitalchild #parenting PROJECT ROCKIT @DeakinREDI

Let’s be honest—kindness isn’t always easy. But if we just sit back, the same stuff keeps happening. Whether it’s shutting down a rude comment, being there for a mate, or just listening, let’s make kindness our go-to move today and every day. #WorldKindnessDay

New Instagram feature: You can now reset your recommendations and start anew when it comes to content in your feed, Explore section, and in Reels. Research from PROJECT ROCKIT shows that 56% of young people would like the power to do this. Now they can. about.fb.com/news/2024/11/i…

Experts have warned against the Albanese Government’s proposed social media ban for those aged 13 to 16, with one saying the legislation is a "band-aid" solution that does not address the harms to kids online. skynews.com.au/australia-news…

The Australian Government wants to ban Social Media for those under 16. I think it's a deeply flawed law that will cause more harm than good. They received ~15,000 submissions after only allowing 24 hours for public comment. Here are some of the points being made. ⬇️

Youth anti-cyberbullying group PROJECT ROCKIT: A strong consensus exists across the sector that banning social media is not an effective solution to the challenges young people face online.

Social media is complex: it can empower and harm young people. Our Co-Founder & CEO Lucy Thomas OAM shared why we need nuanced solutions—not bans—at the Senate this week. Read more on Women's Agenda 👉 womensagenda.com.au/latest/eds-blo… #YouthMentalHealth #SocialMediaBan

Social Media Ban set to pass today despite lack of consultation. CEO of PROJECT ROCKIT Lucy Thomas joined Patricia Karvelas today on Radio National Breakfast to share her concerns about the unintended consequences of the ban. abc.net.au/listen/program… via ABC Australia ABC News

How can men challenge toxic body ideals & develop greater body acceptance? Yvie Jones explores male #bodyimage & how to #SpotYourMate in our new #podcast with AFL star Brock McLean, PROJECT ROCKIT youth advisor Konan & Mental Health First Aid International trainer Nic⬇️ butterfly.org.au/podcast/spot-y…

Big news! 🚀 PROJECT ROCKIT & Telstra Foundation are teaming up to bring fully funded digital wellbeing programs to 30,000 young people in regional Australia. Let’s bridge the digital divide & empower students to thrive online! 💡💻 🔗 LEARN MORE > [bit.ly/4hhnTPd]

🌟 VIC, TAS & NSW Regional Schools, This One’s for YOU! 🌟 Fully funded digital wellbeing workshops, plus youth resources and parent carer seminars, are coming your way with the Digital Futures Program by @PROJECTROCKIT & Telstra Foundation! 🚀 🔗 [bit.ly/4hhnTPd]

🚀 Nominate a regional school for FULLY FUNDED digital safety & wellbeing workshops! 🚀 The Digital Futures Program offers: ✅ Workshops for 30,000 students ✅ Resources for 250,000 young people ✅ Parent & carer seminars 🤝 Telstra Foundation 🔗 bit.ly/4hhnTPd

Huge thanks to Monica Lewinsky (she/her) for her ongoing support in tackling bullying and cyberbullying! From her TED Talk shoutout to fireside chats with our team, her advocacy boosts our mission to empower young Aussies. Now more than ever, this work matters! 🚀💙 #stopbullying

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PUBLIC VOTING CLOSES TOMORROW 📣 VOTE for our panel in one click 🔗 [bit.ly/3FKGOUz] Every vote gets us one step closer to opening the eyes of thousands of #technology, #government, #education, #media and #business leaders at SXSW Sydney! 🎤 💥

VIC parents! Got a Roblox-loving 10–14 y/o? 🎮 PROJECT ROCKIT x Roblox are hosting Play to Connect - a free, hands-on event where young gamers can shape the future of online play 👾 🗓️ May 17 📍 Collingwood, VIC 🔗 Apply now: [bit.ly/4iuUTDq]

⚡️Spots are filling fast!⚡️ If your 10–14 y/o loves Roblox, they could help shape the future of gaming at Play to Connect - a free, hands-on event with @PROJECTROCKIT x Roblox 🎮 🗓️ May 17 | 📍 Collingwood 🔗 Apply now: [bit.ly/4iuUTDq]