Involve children and young people in policy, program and service development

The Australian, state and territory governments continue to explore mechanisms to better involve children and young people in policy, program and service development across the four domains. Youth advisory groups are becoming a common feature across jurisdictions. An example at the national level includes the Youth Advisory Groups facilitated by the Office for Youth, including the Prevention of Gender-Based Violence Youth Advisory Group. These groups work with Ministers and government agencies on policies and programs that affect young people.

In September 2024, National Cabinet announced a consultation process to inform the design and implementation of new and revised initiatives to support children and young people who have experienced or witnessed family and domestic violence, including a specific focus on First Nations children and young people. The voices of children and young people will be central to this process.