Young people have their say about the Australian Youth Digital Index results

December 10, 2024
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Two members of our Youth Advisory Council attended the Australian Youth Digital Index launch to share their reflections on working on this initiative and what the results show.

Last week we launched the Australian Youth Digital Index (AYDI), and we invited two amazing members of the Telstra Foundation Youth Advisory Council (YAC), Alex and Sucheta, to share their rich and informed understandings of the index results, along with their experiences of ‘Growing up Digital.’

The YAC are continuously interacting with the digital world from a broad range of perspectives and considerations, as put by Sucheta “Youth are growing up in a generation where technology and social media is a global reflection of the lived world.”

Telstra Foundation prioritises the voices of young people in their work, and rely on the empowered insights of the YAC around topics like; online entertainment, education, access, safety, wellbeing and the influence of technology whilst growing up.

The YAC have been an important part of the development of the AYDI, and understanding the results. We’re grateful that Sucheta and Alex could come along to share their insights with the audience at the index launch event.

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More about the YAC speakers

Alex (16) (he/him)

Basketball, animation, competitive debating, and technology are Alex’s jam. Whether Alex is sinking hoops on the court, diving into the world of animation, engaging in heated debates, or tinkering with the latest gadgets, he is always fuelled by passion and curiosity.

Sucheta (19) (she/her)

Sucheta is in her second year of psychology where she aims to make a positive impact through exploring the way psychology can intersect with wellbeing and also its intersection within corporate landscapes. She adores dance and music. For her art serves as an expression of herself and is also a connection to her beautiful Indian culture.

About the YAC

Our council members help us to gain a deeper understanding of how young people experience digital technology and its impact on their lives. The council provides crucial feedback on our projects, helps us to develop innovative ideas, and creates content that truly resonates with their peers.

Learn more: Telstra Foundation Youth Advisory Council

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At Telstra Foundation we recognise and acknowledge the existing, original and ancient connection Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have to the lands and waterways across the Australian continent. We pay our respects to the elders past and present. Our flagship Reconciliation Action Plan initiative supports the digital confidence of young women Rangers through the Indigenous Digital Women Rangers Program to use digital technologies, ethical AI, and data collection in their Caring for Country work.