Young people are politically engaged, so why are adults still not listening?
From climate strikes to social media campaigns, young people have long played a role in political life. But RMIT experts say outdated assumptions continue to undermine their influence.
Political hostility and misinformation – media literacy matters more than ever
Following growing evidence of political hostility, online misinformation, and an attack on MP Helen Haines, an RMIT expert says Australians need strong media literacy skills to navigate an increasingly complex information environment and to reduce harms caused by declining trust in public discourse.
Digital duty of care laws must not come at the expense of access to information
The Australian government's proposed digital duty of care is an important step towards tackling online harms against women and girls, but there is a risk that platforms could over-censor legitimate information. An RMIT expert says policymakers and regulators must ensure that access to information on drug and sex education is protected.
Statement: Flydubai flight incident
RMIT is aware of media reporting of a former student alleged to be involved in the Flydubai flight incident.
