This paper summarises insights from a workshop with academics and civil society experts, capturing key reflections and recommendations to inform the development of the Children’s Online Privacy Code. Prepared as a briefing for the Office of the Australian Privacy Commissioner, it distils collective expertise to support a rights-based approach to children’s digital privacy.

Australians of all ages are engaging with gaming to relax, learn or connect with friends, but common design features can leave players worse-off – 95% of Australian adult gamers encounter manipulative design practices in digital games, leading to financial losses and emotional distress. The report makes 9 recommendations to protect vulnerable players, improve consumer protection...

This paper was developed to support a workshop on shaping the Children’s Online Privacy Code. It draws connections between the Australian Privacy Principles, children’s rights and young people's perspectives, aiming to deepen the dialogue around what the Code should address to better protect children’s privacy online.

This paper captures insights from a workshop with young people, focusing on their views of online privacy, agency, and consent. It aims to represent their voices authentically and inform the drafting of the Children’s Online Privacy Code. The paper highlights youth perspectives as central to shaping more inclusive and responsive digital privacy policies.

This paper presents insights from a youth workshop exploring online privacy, with a focus on transparency, geolocation tracking, targeted advertising, and educational technologies. It highlights key concerns and priorities voiced by young people to guide more inclusive and responsive privacy policy.