Amplify Blogs showcase the unique perspectives of young people from across Queensland. We appreciate their generosity in sharing their opinions on topics that are important to them and other young Queenslanders. Views expressed by young people are based on their own life experiences.
The need for better Family Support Services for sibling carers
Beneath the surface, the weight of these responsibilities was overwhelming, leaving little room for my own well-being.
Living with Chronic Illness: The Isolation You Don’t See
It took six years just to get that diagnosis, and that was just the beginning.
Stacking your shoes
Realising that you don’t think like everybody else is like going to another person's house for the first time as a kid
I wonder...
Young advocate Seleena shares how questioning her 'I don't know' responses has led to new discoveries
Social Media
We wake up in the morning and reach for our phones instead of our loved ones
A growing advocate
They told me, “It’s your choice!” These three words have helped me grow into who I truly am
Christmas Anxiety
I cannot be the only young person, or person who experiences Christmas anxiety
My experience as a young parent
It was difficult learning how to juggle studying whilst actively parenting but with time and support you learn how to manage things.
A life they could’ve only imagined
QFCC Engagement Support Officer Tyla reflects on her experience being the child of a migrant.
Laws that violate young people's rights
QFCC Engagement Support Officer Jodie explores child right's violations
You don’t magically turn into an adult overnight
Youth Advocate Caroline speaks about her transition from care into adulthood
Reflection; Required
QFCC Engagement Support Officer Rourke shares her thoughts on the importance of self-reflection.
The Voice
A QFCC Youth Advocate shares their experience post The Voice referendum.
Country is Calling
QFCC Youth Advocate Caspen reflects on his journey with being disconnected with cultured.
Ur twenties
A QFCC Youth Advocate explains their experience in their early twenties as an isolating and sometimes lonely experience.
My First Week in QFCC
Engagement Officer Jodie Hall shares their experience working at QFCC
Media Matters
QFCC Youth Advocate Bri discusses 'fake news' and how to avoid media disinformation.
Biting My Tongue Off
QFCC Youth Advocate Bri shares her perspectives on navigating interpersonal complexities in friendships.
Religion, Faith and Spirituality
QFCC Youth Advocate Laura shares her personal experiences with religion.
The Rental Crisis. It’ll make you cry, sis.
A QFCC Youth Advocate reflects on the rental crisis in Queensland
A Life Saved
QFCC Youth Advocate Rahim reflects on a life-altering event as a child.
Domestic and Family Violence
A QFCC Youth Advocate deep dives into domestic and family violence.
Abuse in the shadows
A QFCC Youth Advocate explores abusive relationships and how to respond.
The Mental Health Maze
QFCC Youth Advocate Gefion explores their experience with the Queensland mental health system.
Volunteering: Thoughts from the “Me” Generation
QFCC Youth Advocate Bri explores the privilege of volunteering.
ANZAC Day
A story of sacrifice, but to QFCC Youth Advocate Laura, it's also the story of young people.
Reflections on being a Youth Advocate
Sarah reflects on her recent trip to FNQ as a QFCC Youth Advocate
Zero Discrimination Day
Youth Advocate Malika explores the theme: "Save Lives, Decriminalise"
What is it like to grow up mixed in Australia?
Amplify Blog by Maddie, a QFCC Youth Advocate
I felt like a ghost
Amplify Blog by Gefion, a QFCC Youth Advocate
Becoming a Whole Person Again
Amplify Blog by Kit, a QFCC Youth Advocate
Getting It Together: Reflections on Adulthood
Amplify Blog by Bri, a QFCC Youth Advocate
Ill-Adjusted
Amplify Blog by Bri, a QFCC Youth Advocate
Psychosomatic Symptoms
Amplify Blog by Sigrid, a QFCC Youth Advocate
One Step at a Time
Amplify Blog by Gefion, a QFCC Youth Advocate
Mid-Autumn Festival
Amplify Blog by Malika, QFCC Youth Advocate
Newborn Adult
Amplify Blog by Gefion, a QFCC Youth Advocate
Your Future – Your Choice
Amplify Blog by Killian, QFCC Youth Advocate
Youth Champion, Youth Member
Amplify Blog by Bri, a QFCC Youth Advocate
Reframing the Sector: Reflections of a Youth Advocate
Guest blog by Ben, a former QFCC Youth Advocate
Australia’s Profile on Pride
Guest blog by Bri, a former QFCC Youth Advocate
When the system says no – keep going
Guest Blog by Annika, QFCC Youth Advocate
Building a personal brand
Guest blog by Dominic, a former QFCC Youth Advocate
Changes
Guest blog by Ameya, a QFCC Youth Advocate
Get Back on Track with Online Study
Guest blog by Li, a QFCC Youth Advocate
Immersion
Guest blog by Ben, a former QFCC Youth Advocate
Managing money
Guest blog by Aastha, a QFCC Youth Advocate
Nothing changes if nothing changes
Guest blog by Aimee, a QFCC Youth Advocate
Self-care for young people
Guest blog by Kathryn, a QFCC Youth Advocate
Staying connected during COVID-19
Guest blog by Madison, a former QFCC Youth Advocate
Thank you from the 4%
Guest blog by Madison, a former QFCC Youth Advocate
The importance of staying positive in negative times
Guest blog by Killian, a QFCC Youth Advocate
The importance of the arts – both regionally and remotely
Guest blog by Dominic, a former QFCC Youth Advocate
No special treatment
Ben writes about his experience in school as a young person in care and how ‘special treatment’ impacted him.
Youth Parliament residential week
Chantel went to the Queensland Youth Parliament Residential Week and tells her story of what it means to her.