Commissioner for Children & Young People SA
Independent advocate helping South Australian children and families raise concerns about education systems and student voice.
Support
Support for Young People
Every young person has the right to a meaningful education pathway. PAAN helps young people understand their rights at school, navigate reasonable adjustments and stay connected to learning in ways that support their wellbeing and goals.
We can help with:
- Understanding your rights under education and disability legislation
- Requesting learning adjustments and support plans
- Support to navigate subject selection and flexible SACE options
- Advocacy in school meetings, case conferences and school exclusion planning
- Preparing for transitions between schools, programs or training pathways
Relevant Services & Resources
Find education support services in your state
Youth Action NSW
Peak youth advocacy body supporting students with education rights, school inclusion and policy change across New South Wales.
Youthlaw Victoria
Community legal centre for young people providing advice on school discipline, discrimination and access to education.
Youth Advocacy Centre Queensland
Legal and advocacy service supporting young Queenslanders with education issues, suspensions and re-engagement plans.
People With Disabilities WA
State disability advocacy service assisting students with adjustments, NCCD planning and education complaints.
Advocacy Tasmania
Independent advocates providing support for students and families navigating Tasmanian education and disability systems.
North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency
Legal advocacy for Aboriginal young people in the Northern Territory covering education access, discrimination and students' rights.
Youth Coalition of the ACT
Peak body amplifying ACT young people's voices with support on school engagement, wellbeing and education advocacy.
First in Family
National stories, guides and planning tools created by the University of Wollongong to support students who are the first in their family to consider higher education.
Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success (ACSES)
National research and policy hub delivering evidence, resources and community of practice activity focused on educational equity.
Student Wellbeing Hub
Australian Government-funded portal with curriculum resources, professional learning and wellbeing planning tools for schools and families.
Student Wellbeing Hub – Secondary (Years 10–12)
Wellbeing resources and guidance for secondary students, including Years 10–12 supports.
WOAH – Find help
Helplines and support services for young people needing someone to talk to or immediate help.