Young People

Heightened climate change concerns amongst young people: survey

In a new youth survey by Mission Australia, Young people are deeply concerned about environmental issues. Almost a quarter of respondents express significant personal concern about climate change. The survey reveals that after the environment, equity and discrimination  and economic matters are also high-priority issues. The challenges faced by young people, including mental health, and …

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Push for voting age to be 16

People from the young generation in Australia have always shown their political initiative want more recognition of their identities. Currently, 13 countries allow 16-year-olds to vote, but that doesn’t include Australia. A group of young people launched the Make it 16 campaign across the country in June, aiming to give people aged 16 and 17 …

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