Commissioner for Children and Young People (Tas)

Today, the Interim Commissioner released the report 'Somewhere safe to go - Young people's experiences of leaving detention’, sharing the views of young people with recent lived experience of the Tasmanian youth justice system. This report highlights what it’s like for young people to leave detention, including how young people may feel upon release, and the importance of ongoing support after leaving detention. This report has been published as part of the Voices of Young People in the Youth Justice System Project. Learn more about the Voices Project by visiting ccyp.me/VoicesProject (link also in our bio 🔗)

Want to communicate better with children and young people? This week, we've been sharing tips and tricks from ‘Communicate with us, not at us!’ - a Communications Checklist packed with insights from young Tasmanians about how to engage with them more effectively. In the final post in this series, today we’re sharing insights from the Voices of Tasmanian Youth (VTY) on reaching young people through the channels and spaces they use most. This resource was shaped by VTY members (ages 10-18), as well as through a wider youth survey. Check out and download the full checklist, here 🔗https://lnkd.in/gaU5Mxs8

Want to communicate better with children and young people? We're continuing to celebrate the release of ‘Communicate with us, not at us!’ - a Communications Checklist packed with insights from young Tasmanians about how to engage with them more effectively. Today, we’re sharing insights from the Voices of Tasmanian Youth (VTY) on communicating with young people in a way that is clear, relatable, and meaningful to them. This resource was shaped by VTY members (ages 10-18), as well as through a wider youth survey. Check out and download the full checklist, here 🔗https://lnkd.in/gaU5Mxs8

Want to communicate better with children and young people? This week, we've released ‘Communicate with us, not at us!’ - a Communications Checklist packed with insights from young Tasmanians about how to engage with them more effectively. Today, we’re sharing insights from the Voices of Tasmanian Youth (VTY) on designing resources collaboratively with young people. This resource was shaped by VTY members (ages 10-18), as well as through a wider youth survey. Check out and download the full checklist, here 🔗https://lnkd.in/gaU5Mxs8

Want to communicate better with children and young people? We’ve just released ‘Communicate with us, not at us!’ - a Communications Checklist packed with insights from young Tasmanians about how to engage with them more effectively. Today, we’re sharing insights from the Voices of Tasmanian Youth (VTY) on how to communicate with young people with greater honesty and clarity. This resource was shaped by VTY members (ages 10-18), as well as through a wider youth survey. Check out and download the full checklist, here 🔗https://lnkd.in/gaU5Mxs8

Want to communicate better with children and young people? We’ve just released ‘Communicate with us, not at us!’ - a Communications Checklist packed with insights from young Tasmanians about how to engage with them more effectively. Each day this week, we'll share posts showcasing the Voices of Tasmanian Youth (VTY) and their ideas about different aspects of communicating well with children and young people. Today, we’re highlighting their thoughts on how to foster more inclusive communication with young people. This resource was shaped by VTY members (ages 10-18), as well as through a wider youth survey. Check out and download the full checklist, here 🔗https://lnkd.in/gaU5Mxs8

The Tasmanian Government and University of Tasmania have teamed up to launch the Sure Start Scholarships. Up to $15,000 is available to support young people who have experienced out-of-home care, helping them chase their education and career dreams. Open to students undertaking undergraduate study in any bachelor's degree, University Preparation Program, or Diploma of University Studies at the University of Tasmania in Semester 1, 2025. You can learn more and apply before 28 February by visiting 🔗ccyp.me/SureStart

We use the internet in almost every aspect of our lives, so it’s important for everyone to know about online safety! 🦺💻 The Interim Commissioner is proud to support the eSafety Commissioner in celebrating Safer Internet Day 2025. You can learn more about safer use of the internet by visiting https://ccyp.me/SID25 #SID2025

The Youth Network of Tasmania is offering a free 3-hour workshop around Tasmania for staff, team leaders, and managers in local government and community organisations. These sessions will help attendees build their understanding of evidence-informed, best-practice youth participation that meets Child and Youth Safe Standards. Learn more or register here: https://lnkd.in/gSPK_dVF

The Interim Commissioner recently joined ABC Hobart Drive's Kylie Baxter to chat about CCYP's YEP! program and why it's so important to listen to young people about issues that impact their lives. 🎧 Catch the full interview at ccyp.me/ABCYEP (skip to 2:30!) 💻 Explore our YEP! hub at ccyp.me/yepper