DigiMe voices
Children and young people can create an avatar and share their views using the Commissioner's online app. Take a look at all the great ideas coming in from young people.
Find out moreResponding to the coronavirus pandemic
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"I have been receiving a lot of care from the school and my parents. I say a big thanks to the frontline workers."
The Commissioner has developed resources to help support children, based on what young people said helped them during COVID-19 in 2020.
You can also read the Commissioner's Opinion piece in The West Australian - Kids need support in this testing time published in March 2020.
Commissioner's resources
COVID-19: As told by WA children and young people
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Responding to the COVID-19 pandemic as a Child Safe Organisation
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COVID-19 pandemic recovery - Assessing the impact on children and young people
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Supporting children and young people through the COVID-19 pandemic
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Top tips for parents and carers
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Children and young people's views on the impact of COVID-19
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Email the Commissioner
The Commissioner always welcomes questions, feedback and suggestions from children and young people, their families and people who work with them or for them.
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Photos from home
The Commissioner would like WA young people to share a photo that tells a story about their life during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Info for children and young people
Information for WA children and young people, including where to get help and support.
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Info for parents, carers and family
Resources for parents, carers and families to support them in safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of their children.
Find out moreWellbeing of WA children and young people
Almost 5,000 children and young people took part in the Speaking Out Survey 2019 on how they see their wellbeing. While most students rated their overall wellbeing positively, there are concerns when it comes to mental health and safety.
The Indicators of Wellbeing is a practical resource that provides a single, collated overview of the wellbeing of WA’s children and young people and helps to identify what is working and where changes in policies and practices are required. This data is updated regularly.