Hello everyone,

I wanted to take a moment to update you all on the ongoing situation regarding the proposed increase in the age limit for social media access. As you may have seen, recent polls indicate that a significant majority of Australians, specifically 69%, support raising the age limit to 16 years, with 44% strongly in favor of this change. This statistic is alarming—69. BLOODY. PERCENT. It clearly demonstrates that a large portion of the population is willing to impose restrictions that could severely limit the freedoms and rights of young individuals. They don't even ask the youth how they would feel. Ridiculous, biased data.

The reality is that we can no longer rely on the voices of the minority in Australia to dictate our freedoms. This is not merely a national issue; it is a conversation that extends beyond our borders. We must amplify the voices of young people along with the support we are receiving from the international community, who stand firmly against this proposed change. It’s crucial that we unite and demonstrate that the majority of young Australians do not want their digital access restricted based on an arbitrary age limit.

One of the most significant concerns regarding this proposal is its unenforceability. With the existence of VPNs and various other methods to bypass such restrictions, implementing an age limit will ultimately prove ineffective. By the time any age verification systems are rolled out, I will be 16, but I must advocate for those who are voiceless in this conversation. It is not just my right to express my opinions; it is my responsibility to speak for those who are silenced by big media and politicians. I refuse to submit my ID just to access platforms like Instagram; this is an infringement on our basic rights and freedoms.

Moreover, the amount of local support for raising the age limit is pure absurdity. I have been receiving a tremendous amount of international support in this fight, and this is what we must rely on. We need to leverage this global solidarity to send a powerful message to Australia: SUCH A BILL WILL KILL [DEMOCRACY]. This is not just about social media; it reflects broader issues of freedom, expression, and the rights of young people.

In a bold move to further our cause and keep a close eye on developments, I am going to trial something ambitious: I will be signing 36Months and joining their Instagram account. However, my intention is not to participate; I will be spying on their activities. The account is actually quite active, and I plan to monitor what moves they are making closely. To keep you all informed, I will provide a daily report around midday AEST every day, so watch this space for updates.

As we move forward, it is essential that we keep fighting and not stop. We must raise awareness about the implications of this proposed change and advocate for our rights. Share this message widely, engage in conversations with friends and family, and let your voices be heard. Every signature on our petition counts and strengthens our movement.

Thank you for your unwavering support. Together, we will fight to keep our social media access intact and protect our freedoms. Let’s keep the momentum going and show that we will not back down in the face of such absurdity.

Sincerely,  
Alex W  
#KEEPTHEAGESAME