Kids Social Media Ban: eSafety Commissioner joins Trevor Long
About this episode
Trevor Long speaks with Julie Inman Grant, Australia's eSafety Commissioner, about the upcoming social media age restrictions for children under 16. The legislation aims to delay access to platforms like Instagram and TikTok, allowing kids to develop their identities away from harmful online influences. Inman Grant discusses the implementation process, the role of age verification technologies, and the expected impact on children's mental health. The conversation also touches on the importance of parental involvement and the challenges of navigating online safety in a rapidly changing digital landscape.
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