We want to hear from you!
ARACY is inviting young people aged 18-25 to participate in a Young and Wise Roundtable on sexual health, contraception, and sex education. Your insights will directly inform ARACY’s work and help shape the Australian Government policy, which aims to provide people with clear, evidence-based information to support informed conversations with healthcare providers.
The Department of Health and Aged Care is also keen to understand how social media influences young people’s perceptions of contraception, particularly hormonal methods, and how this affects decision-making. This is your chance to help shape better support and resources for young Australians.
Key Discussion Themes:
- Sex Education – Does school or other sex education prepare you for real-life decisions? What’s missing? Is it inclusive?
- Social Media Influence – How does online content shape your views on contraception and sexual health?
- Accessing Information – Where do you learn about contraception and sex education? How much do you trust these sources?
- Communication and Stigma –
- How comfortable are you discussing contraception and sexual health with friends, partners, trusted adults and healthcare providers?
- Understanding Sexual Health – What do you know about different contraception options and their role in sexual health?
Join the Young and Wise Roundtable!
- Who? Young people aged 18-25
- What? A 90-minute online video workshop (via Microsoft Teams)
- When? Between 12-16 May
- Why? Your insights will help shape government and ARACY’s work in sexual health, contraception, and youth wellbeing.
e You’ll receive a $50 payment for your time! (It will be directly transferred to your nominated Australian Bank Account—no gift cards).
Apply Now!
Applications close at midnight on 3 May 2025.