Australia is the first country in the world to introduce a social media ban for under 16s. Prime Minister Albanese spoke about the ban at the United Nations in September 2025 to great applause from leaders of many countries however there is opposition to it from professionals here at home. This course checks how well the ban is working at the three month mark. How well is it working? What do we know about unintended consequences - positive and negative. Perhaps the ban affects members of your family - it would be great to hear your thoughts.
DELIVERY MODE
SUGGESTED READING
- https://theconversation.com/details-on-how-australias-social-media-ban-for-under-16s-will-work-are-finally-becoming-clear-265323
- https://www.esafety.gov.au/about-us/industry-regulation/social-media-age-restrictions/faqs
- https://www.unicef.org.au/unicef-youth/staying-safe-online/social-media-ban-explainer
- https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/social-media-ban-guidelines-for-platforms/py4ll7x14
- https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/radionational-breakfast/social-media-ban-lucy-thomas-project-rockit-senate-inquiry/105887632
COURSE OUTLINE
- How did we get here? What prompted the ban?
- Exploring the pros and cons of the ban.
- Should we call it a 'ban'?
- Is the new legislation placing responsibility on the right people?
- What do we know three months in? How are young people and families handling the ban?
- What should we expect next?
