36 Months is a social change initiative to amend legislation to raise the minimum age Australian teenagers can sign up for social media accounts from 13 to 16.

Excessive social media use is rewiring young brains within a critical window of psychological development, causing an epidemic of mental illness. It has been linked to mental health issues, cyberbullying, anxiety, depression, self-harm and even suicide in Australian teenagers. 

At 13, children are not yet ready to navigate online social networks safely. These years are crucial for them to develop a secure sense of self alongside social confidence. 36 Months aims to create a supportive platform for teenagers to cultivate a secure identity and navigate the digital landscape with resilience and mindfulness.

Pioneered by Nova radio presenter Michael ‘Wippa’ Wipfli and FINCH founder Rob Galluzzo, 36 Months is aiming to change legislation to delay social media citizenship for teenagers until they reach the age of 16. In order to safeguard their digital future, we’re calling on families, community leaders and educators to advocate with us for crucial policy change and sign this petition that will be taken to parliament.