Here’s some tips for getting good info.
Three weeks ago, we were at school or university, playing sport with our mates, being closer than 1.5 metres from others, and being somewhat cavalier about the length of time we washed our hands.
Oh, how times have changed.
For the last few weeks (although it feels like months) we’ve seen the public, the media and governments throw information at us at a pretty rapid rate. It feels like every day there’s a new thing we can’t do, there’s a new measure in place, or there’s something to be frustrated at.
And because news comes out so fast, it’s pretty hard to keep ahead of what’s going on.
So instead of responding to everything that comes out, we’ve developed this handy post.
Let’s start with where to get good info.
First up, some advice. Anytime you hear or see information about COVID-19 and what you can or can’t do, ask yourself this, is the info from a credible source?
Not sure what’s “credible”. Check out these local resources for latest updates – especially when a lot of the info you might see or hear is about Vic and NSW and the states and territories are responding differently (especially the gatherings info which is stronger in those states). These are the sites we’re getting info from:
SA Health website has info about the number of cases in SA and the latest news from the state government. www.sahealth.sa.gov.au
SA Police (SAPOL) website has all the rules about the emergency declaration and FAQ downloads. The FAQ’s about gatherings is really useful! https://www.police.sa.gov.au/covid-19-information
The federal government has a COVID-19 app – it’s a good source of info about health and income support (Coronavirus supplement payment, Economic Support payment and JobKeeper) and services. Click the link for more info. https://www.health.gov.au/resources/apps-and-tools/coronavirus-australia-app
Need help?
Beyond Blue has been funded by the federal government to create a Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service – it has telephone support, an online community forum and info, advice and resources. Check it out here. https://coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au/
What’s YACSA up to?
COVID-19 is impacting you and other young people in unique ways – especially education and employment. And rent. And cost of living. And mental health and wellbeing.
Young people should be involved in decisions that affect them – that’s why we have a survey for young people aged 12-25 so we can hear directly from you during the pandemic and share that information with the state government when they’re planning how to respond and support people. (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YACSAsurveyyp)
We reckon most young people are doing the right thing during the restrictions, but negative perceptions of young people are still being perpetuated by the media and we’re keen to bust those myths.
We’re also talking to government directly and often.
So, if you’ve got any questions or concerns – complete our survey or chuck your ideas, concerns, experiences or rants in the box below!
