if you are unaware, everyone under the age of 16 in Australia will NO LONGER BE ALLOWED TO HAVE SOCIAL MEDIA. this includes, Spotify, discord, youtube, and such a long unreasonable list it is insane.
not only, will this ban completely isolate children who have no where to go BUT the internet, be left alone, but adults will also be asked to send images of their ID’s, faces, and more.
There is no guarantee it will be deleted.
IF YOU LIVE IN AUSTRALIA, SIGN IT. IF YOU DO NOT, REBLOGS ARE VERY VERY MUCH APPRECIATED
The official reason stated on the website: The proposed social media ban for people under sixteen in Australia is unfair and harmful. While the goal of protecting young people is important, a full ban takes away their rights and opportunities instead of solving the real problems. Social media helps young people learn, connect, and express themselves.
Many teens use it to find support, especially those who feel isolated or belong to minority groups. It also allows young creators and small business owners to share their work and earn money. Taking that away limits creativity, education, and future opportunities.
The ban could also worsen mental health. Without online support networks, some teens may feel alone and helpless, leading to higher risks of depression and suicide. Losing safe spaces to talk or seek help online removes an important lifeline for many. It may also cause more youth crime.
Without ways to connect or express themselves, some young people may turn to risky or illegal activities out of boredom or frustration. The ban creates privacy risks too. Enforcing it would require collecting ID or facial scans, which could expose personal data. Many would also try to lie about their age, making it harder to control. Instead of banning social media, the government should teach digital safety, promote healthy online habits, and make platforms more responsible. Young people deserve to be part of the digital world safely and with their voices heard.
sorry if u didnt want to be tagged, but i would appreciate if you could tag more people?
I dont know how to make a carrd so heres whag would be in the info
Ara
Autism, adhd, sleepy syndrome (<- silly)
she/they
17
recently listening to: Martha, thankk you for the dialects but i need you to leave - will wood
Log tjingy..?
Pre: "oh my god!!!!!!!!!!!!! People can't seem to get their grubby hands off of my life!!!!! I literally cannot go anywhere without being babied!!!!!!!!! It makes me wish i never had a mental illness in the first place, i'd rather fucking kms than be babied around all my life"
post: "sleepy syndrome getting to me . Can't a gal just be awake"
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