The Voice Debate | Educational Series Article Four: The Cases For and Against the Voice to Parliament
Arguments for and against a Voice to Parliament have developed over time but they have now been formalised in the official Yes/No referendum pamphlet that has been sent out to every household in Australia. These are not the only arguments raised, but they are the only ones that will be officially distributed.
The Voice Debate | Educational Series Article Three: How the Voice Relates to the Uluru Statement from the Heart
The Uluru Statement from the Heart is, according to one of its authors Professor Megan Davis, a plea for constitutional reform. A First Nations Voice to parliament protected by the Constitution is one of the Statement’s key recommendations to achieve this reform.
IAP2 Australasia’s Advocacy Initiatives: An Exciting Update
We’re thrilled to share some exciting developments that underline our commitment to advocacy and empowerment. As we continue to champion the cause of community and stakeholder engagement, here are the latest updates.
The Voice Debate | Educational Series Article Two: Why a Referendum?
In our previous article we explained the Voice to Parliament, what it is and how it would be structured. In the second article of our series, we explore the Referendum.
IAP2 Australasia Director nominations for 2023 are now open for members
The International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) is a global member association which seeks to promote and improve the practice of public participation or community and stakeholder engagement.
The Voice Debate | Educational Series Article One: About the Voice to Parliament
To contribute to authentic engagement on the debate, each issue we will be providing an educational piece around The Indigenous Voice, to help ensure members are well informed and educated on the referendum and to encourage members to deepen their engagement with their local First Nations communities.
How authenticity led me here
I quit my full-time professional role and set off on a solo one-way European adventure in August 2022. I wrote about my ethos here in the September edition of IAP2’s Engagement Matters. Similar to this style, I am writing conversationally, personally, and based on first-hand experiences as inspiration to others in the field of Community Engagement.
Insights, connection and reflection at the IAP2A Senior Leaders Retreat
What an insightful and thought provoking three days at the IAP2A Senior Leaders Retreat, surrounded by amazing minds and top leaders in the field. With Uluru as inspiration, 30 IAP2A members came together to share their experiences and insights, and learn from one another in a personalised and intimate setting.