Telstra Foundation
For over two decades we’ve been supporting children and young people to thrive in the digital world.
Introducing the Australian Youth Digital Index
Our mission
Telstra Foundation has committed to helping 1 million children and young people to be more included, empowered, and connected by 2030.
Our goals
We drive better outcomes for children and young people by supporting them to be:
Included
Digital skills and careers
We want all children & young people to have the opportunity to be included in digital careers.
While digital technologies are rapidly advancing, many young people are missing out on the opportunities they bring. We encourage digital aspirations with a focus on coding, artificial intelligence, and digital making.
Empowered
Kind, safe, and fun online
We want all children and young people to live healthy and safe lives online.
Young people should enjoy the benefits of being online, whether they're playing, learning, or just living life. In a society that is increasingly digital, navigating digital experiences confidently, smartly, and safely has never been more important.
Connected
Access and connectivity
We want all young people to have access to essential digital services, when or where they’re needed.
In response to Australia’s digital divide and increasing youth mental ill-health, we support tech device donation schemes as well as effective, digital youth mental health services.
Latest insights
Screens and sleep – what young people should know
For many young people, screen time is getting in the way of a good sleep. We’re taking a look at how digital habits can affect
Voices from the classroom: how regional students are shaping their digital future
Students in Wonthaggi, Powlett River and Illawarra are stepping up as digital leaders through the Telstra Foundation-supported Digital Futures program, building skills, confidence and safer
Digital experts: when young people become the teachers
Across Australia, a quiet but powerful shift is happening: young people are becoming the digital guides for the older generations in their lives.
Navigating online safety: what young people say
In today’s digital-first world, young people are more connected than ever—and they’re also more aware of the risks that come with being online.
Reflections from the Youth Advisory Council: A Year of Impact
With a refreshed 2025 Youth Advisory Council now in place we asked our 2024 Council to share their thoughts and reflections on the impact of
Our Code Club Australia volunteers are keeping kids coding
This National Volunteering Week we’re recognising the incredible effort of so many people across Australia, who are keeping our Code Clubs everywhere up and running.
Our partners
Ensuring children and young people enjoy the best digital life possible is a challenge too great for any single organisation to tackle alone. That’s why we partner with an incredible group of not-for-profit organisations to deliver tech-enabled projects which empower young people to thrive digitally.
Our collaborations provide under-served young people access to the tools and knowledge they need to flourish in an evolving digital future.
Get in touch
We value your interest in our work and love hearing from our community. While we do not accept unsolicited applications for funding or sponsorship requests, for any other enquiries please reach out to us.
