Jason Clare advocates for social media ban to improve education

Federal Education Minister Jason Clare announced a world-first ban on social media access for Australian children under 16, effective December 10, aiming to improve education outcomes by enhancing mental health. The ban includes popular platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, with Clare likening addictive social media to “poker machines for kids.” He noted that previous mobile phone bans in schools led to increased focus and interaction among students. The Australian eSafety commissioner expressed disappointment over some platforms’ lack of communication regarding compliance measures for the ban.

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