The Northern Territory Government has launched a roadmap that will underpin youth policy for the next ten years. The Northern Territory youth strategy 2023-2033 outlines the aspirations of young people, and highlights key areas of importance to them.

The strategy is a product of feedback from more than 200 young Territorians and 50 stakeholders across the Territory. It establishes a baseline of youth sentiment, ambition and vision that will be the foundation of future policy, investment and other decisions.

The strategy is guided by the following principles, including those that align with the United Nations Youth Strategy:

• Deliver youth-led and evidence-based initiatives to strengthen safe and supportive family and community connections
• Prioritise integration and optimise coherence and coordination, be aspirational and strive for greater outcomes for young Territorians
• Recognise the unique approaches required to positively address crucial life stages and challenges that young Territorians transition through and experience
• Acknowledge and reflect the diversity of young people in the Territory including age range, geographic location, cultural background, religion, gender and identity
• Recognise that achieving improved outcomes for young people relies on a resourced, skilled, culturally safe and equipped youth sector.