Continued support for families navigating social media changes

Since the Social Media Minimum Age legislation came into effect in December, major social media platforms have removed access to about 4.7 million accounts identified as belonging to children under 16.

Delaying account access until 16 gives young people more time to develop important skills and maturity. It’s breathing space to build digital literacy, critical reasoning, impulse control and greater resilience.

eSafety, is here to help families navigate this transition. They have practical resources available specifically for parents and carers, including:

· Social Media Age Restrictions Hub – Information, guidance and tools to help you talk to children and young people about the changes and support their online experiences.

· FAQs for parents and carers – Responses to frequently asked questions addressing families’ concerns about the change.

· First Nations resources – Co-designed with First Nations communities, the parent and carer yarning guide, student workbook and digital toolkit explain the change, why it matters and how to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people through the transition.

· Regional family support – Explore the dedicated  online hub  with FAQs and practical guidance for parents and carers, including conversations starters, youth-friendly content, and where to go for support.