6 | Annual Performance Statement have a voice and to share their ideas. In anonymous feedback at the end of the sessions, participants: expressed appreciation at being heard – ‘Our ideas and opinions were properly listened to and validated’ said how much they enjoyed participating – ‘Talking with other kids about relevant issues’ demanded action – ‘Do something with the information we tell you’ This process is leading to tangible policy outcomes. The National Office’s reflections on the process included considering how the learnings from children and young people can inform the approach to developing, delivering and evaluating the preferred service model for Measure 7. This will facilitate a website and helpline that is responsive to the specific needs of children and young people. Moreover, the National Office committed to using the SQE 2023 report – based entirely on children’s and young people’s inputs – to inform current and future work, including development of the National Strategy’s Second Action Plan. The outcomes of this project are helping to embed human rights issues at the national level and helping young people to understand and claim their rights. Community consultations with First Nations communities for a National Anti-Racism Framework The Commission undertook consultations with First Nations communities for a National Anti-Racism Framework. These consultations were conducted for the Commission by a First Nations company. These consultations were guided by four foundational principles – Human Rights-Based Approach, Indigenous Sovereignty and Truth-Telling, Community-Led Co-Design, and Intersectionality and Inclusiveness. Comprehensive consultations were undertaken across metropolitan, rural, and remote locations in every state and territory of Australia. The consultations engaged with community members in various ways - through in-person and virtual consultations and through an online engagement platform. 23 in-person consultations were conducted with more than 250 people. Virtual sessions were conducted nationwide, focusing on the education, health, and justice sectors. 48 organisations contributed to these virtual consultations. Notes and artwork by the children consulted for the SQE project. 48 Additionally, the project team actively engaged in one-on-one virtual consultations with individuals who contacted them directly, as well as with peak bodies, no matter their location. Almost 500 people participated in focus groups, in-person and online. Written submissions from relevant organisations were also accepted.