JOY Drive

14 Dec 2025

Lizzie Maughan: Social Media Ban and the Impact on Trans Teens

Kids & Family, Law, LGBTIQA+ Community, Mental Health, News & Politics, Politics

Australia’s new social media age restrictions are raising questions about safety, access and unintended consequences for young people. Lizzie Maughan shares insights from research listening to trans teens about how online spaces support identity, learning and belonging.

Guest: Lizzie Maughan, Research Assistant, UniSA Education Futures, University of South Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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26 Jan 2026

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Why We’re Pushing Back Against Perfect Faces

Fashion & Beauty, Popular Culture, Society & Culture

After years of smooth, interchangeable faces on screens, something is shifting. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne unpacks why expressive, readable faces ...

26 Jan 2026

Dr Dee Tomic: Work Participation, Inequality and Feeling Safe at Work

Careers, Psychology, Society & Culture

Work participation isn’t just about skills or effort; it’s shaped by whether workplaces feel safe, welcoming and secure. Dr Dee ...

26 Jan 2026

Nicole Rich: What Renters and Donors Need to Know After a Disaster

Consumer Affairs, Finance, Law, Personal Safety, Society & Culture

After bushfires and other disasters, everyday rules around renting, repairs and donations can quickly become unclear. Nicole Rich outlines renter ...