Pathways, Engagement and Transitions: Most young people experiencing disadvantage engaged in post-school work or study, but concerns remain for future careers
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Nine in ten families surveyed worried they will struggle to afford school essentials
Over 44,500 Australians Supported with Mobile Internet Access and $30M of Value Delivered through Donate Your Data Program
Supporting 37,500 students and families, The Smith Family's mobile internet access program, backed by 55 million gigabytes of donated data, offers innovative aid to Australians in need.
Digital inclusion is more than just having a computer: affordability, access and digital skills are vital to bridge the digital divide
Affordability, accessibility and digital skills essential to close digital divide for students experiencing disadvantage. Read media release....
An opportunity to make Education better and fairer through NSRA review
The NSRA is the National School Reform Agreement, a joint agreement between the Commonwealth, States and Territories to lift student outcomes across Australian schools. The Smith Family has expectations out of the review.
Survey finds cost of living crisis threatening childrens education
The Smith Family calls for urgent action following the Summary Report on educational reform
Children’s education charity The Smith Family says it’s optimistic the commitment of
education ministers, and a new summary report informing school reform, will lead to
improved outcomes for students most in need - but the time to act is now.
Resilience in the face of adversity
Digital inequality is the new frontier of educational disadvantage this anti-poverty week
National education charity The Smith Family is shining a light this Anti-Poverty Week on the deepening digital divide that is holding many students back from making the most of their education, as part of a wider push to end child poverty. Access to an appropriate digital device is crucial for a child’s success at school. However, students experiencing disadvantage often cannot afford such items, limiting their participation in education and employment opportunities.