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
How UNICEF is amplifying the voices of young Australians to help improve the online experience
UNICEF Australia’s Generation Cyber project is bringing young Australians into the heart of the conversation about online safety and digital wellbeing.
Lifeline’s Self-Support Toolkit is expanding to meet the rising needs of young Australians
Lifeline Australia, the country’s leading provider of crisis support services, is expanding its reach with a new project to better connect young people with the
How yourtown is helping young Australians access 24/7 mental health support
yourtown’s Qwibbl app, developed with input from young Australians, is helping users manage their challenges while remaining connected to counsellors and engaged with their peers.
Co-designing change: how Minus18 prioritises the voices of queer youth
When Lani Li (she/any) joined Minus18’s Young Leaders Program last year, they had no idea just how much of an impact the experience would have
From schoolmates to entrepreneurs: how two teens are shaping the future of exam prep
From creating a tool to streamline their exam prep to securing state government funding, Exam Insights is helping students across Queensland study smarter.
Growing up online: First Youth Digital Index gives voice to young people on their digital lives
Young Australians are optimistic, informed and passionate about digital technology, and are increasingly savvy about online risks as they mature, new research shows.
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.
