ARACY, also known as the Australian Research Alliance for Children and Youth, is a dynamic organization dedicated to the advancement of evidence-based programs and strategies aimed at enhancing the overall wellbeing of children and young people. Founded in 2002 by renowned Australian of The Year, Prof. Fiona Stanley AC, ARACY champions the use of the best available evidence to support all children and young people in Australia to thrive.

At the heart of ARACY's work is The Nest, a comprehensive framework released in 2013 after consultations with over 4,000 children, families, and experts. The Nest identifies six crucial areas of wellbeing that must be nurtured for a child's thriving: Being Valued, Loved and Safe; Having Material Basics; Being Healthy; Learning; Participating; and Having a Positive Sense of Identity and Culture. In March 2021, ARACY launched a three-year strategy aimed at improving the lives and prospects of children and young people in Australia.

This strategy was developed through collaboration and input from ARACY's extensive network of government and non-government members, stakeholders, and partners. ARACY's unique role lies in bringing together people and knowledge, cultivating capability across the sector, influencing decision-making, and fostering collective action. By working together with a diverse range of partners, ARACY strives to address long-standing issues and those exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

To learn more about ARACY's inspiring strategy and impactful initiatives, visit their website. Join the movement and be part of the positive change for the wellbeing of children and young people in Australia