As young people gradually increase their independence and social activity, partying has become a popular way to meet new people and have fun. At Youthsafe, we work with individuals and organisations to raise awareness about inherent risks associated with partying and develop strategies to help young people party safely. Young people are interested in exploring new situations and by focusing on social safety for youth, they can be better prepared for the risks of socialising.
Why Safe Partying Matters
Young people are always enthusiastic about exploring new social situations like partying. However, they aren’t always aware of the risks associated with them. From drugs and alcohol to reckless behaviour that leads to violence, the risk of injury significantly increases when partying.
In fact, statistics show that an estimated 1 in 5 teenagers aged 16-17 were allowed to take alcohol to parties and that injury from alcohol-related incidents was higher among this group (Australian Institute of Family Studies 2021).
As young people become more independent, they are exposed to more risk without being fully aware of the risks associated with partying. This lack of awareness can increase risk exposure. At Youthsafe, our programs promoting safe partying for youth are designed to offer solutions to address the inherent risks of partying.
Invest in the safety of young people during parties and similar social functions by leveraging the services and evidence-based approaches of Youthsafe—a trusted partner that’s worked with schools and community organisations to prevent young people from suffering avoidable injuries through highly responsive programs.
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