The Ask for Health website provides trusted health information for young people under 25. This resource was co-designed by young people to support young people in accessing health information and health services that suit their needs.
The Ask For Health project has two components. The first component of the initiative is the website which was launched in May 2022. The second component is the peer to peer education program Health Yourself which is currently in development.
Project Elements
Co-Design
Ask for Health was co-designed with young people to accurately reflect the needs of young people across NSW. Youth Action consulted with young people from rural and remote areas, culturally diverse young people, First Nations young people, young people with disability, young people with chronic illness, and young people doing it tough.
Health Topics
Ask for Health has health information on topics chosen by young people, from sexual health and consent through to how to call an ambulance. All content was reviewed by Ministry of Health experts to ensure accuracy and is updated bi-annually.
Website Development
Youth Action has worked with young people, youth workers and health experts in the development of the website. In our consultations, we asked young people about the barriers they face accessing the health system, health topics that are important to them and how they talk about health with their peers.
Peer Program
The Health Yourself peer program will aim to train young people in essential health information and how to access health services. Youth Action will also provide training to services that work with young people so support them with health information and accessing the health system.
Health Literacy
Health literacy is a primary focus of Ask For Health. Improving health literacy can assist young people in navigating the health system and understanding health information provided to them. It is important young people become proactive and confident in managing their own health.
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