Highlights from the 2024 Youth Survey
In 2024, we surveyed 17,480 young people to learn about the issues that concern them most. The top personal challenges faced by young people were consistent with 2023, with the most common responses themed around school and study, personal relationships and mental health.
Most important issues in Australia
Cost of
living
56% identified it as one of the most important issues in Australia.
Climate change
and the environment
27% identified it as one of the most important issues in Australia.
Violence, safety
and crime
25% identified it as one of the most important issues in Australia.
Mental
health
23% identified it as one of the most important issues in Australia.
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