This paper argues that the debate over whether social media's impact on mental health is correlational or causal should not delay actions to protect young people's wellbeing. Addressing the impact of social media on young people’s mental health requires a proactive, multifaceted approach. Alongside multifaceted action, the paper provides recommendations for a research agenda.

This report analyses the Longitudinal Study of Australian Children to understand the experiences of technology use for young Australians. The research considers children and young people’s access to digital technologies by different socio-economic groups and their online safety experiences. It finds that while Australian children are increasingly online, digital connectivity differs by socioeconomic background.

Online platforms are a central part of life for children in Australia. As children increasingly navigate digital spaces, it is essential to understand not only how they use these platforms but also the risks they may encounter. This short report details top-line findings on the use of online platforms and experiences of harms among 10–15-year-olds.

This report explores the online gaming experiences in Australia of children and young people with disability aged 8 to 17. It finds that many of the benefits associated with gaming are more pronounced for young gamers with disability than for their peers. However, the risks of online gaming are also more prevalent.

This report maps the current legal and policy landscape for age assurance. It analyses laws that establish age-dependent protections or obligations and therefore trigger a need to assure age. This work aims to support government and industry action for promoting the opportunities offered by digital technologies for children while keeping them safe from potential harms.