Influencing Government direction from outside the Canberra bubble

Join us for this timely discussion at the National Portrait Gallery on Wednesday 13 March 2019.

In recent years Government has increasingly looked to industry to help lay the foundations for regulatory and social change. Looking towards the Federal Election 2019, this presentation examines the key regulatory battlegrounds which offer industry opportunities to influence policy outcomes and position their brands as social and policy thought leaders, and how it may play out for industry and Government communicators.

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About our presenter

Jamie Morse has led consultancies in Australia, Asia and the Middle East, working with local and multinational companies to help position them for influence and ultimate success. In a career that has spanned over 20 years, he has directly influenced multi-billion-dollar government procurement programs, regional trade agreements, electoral voter registration, and safer, more efficient workplaces. Prior to joining SenateSHJ Jamie was Campaign Communications Manager with multinational defence and technology company BAE Systems, where he led successful campaigns to win government procurement contracts valued in excess of $40 billion. He has a Masters’ Degree in Communication from Deakin University.

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Midweek Mingle

It’s midweek mingle drinks time again for members and friends!

As usual, the first drink of the night is on us. Come along to meet the growing IABC Canberra community and share in comms conversations.

When:   5.30pm – 7.30pm on Wednesday, 6 February

Where:  Walt & Burley @ Kingston Foreshore 

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End of Year Celebration!

Join us as we celebrate another calendar year of fantastic networking opportunities and enriching professional development events for Canberra communications professionals.

We are delighted to have special guest Amanda Whitley join us for this occasion, to share her insights on the communications profession and landscape.

Enjoy canapes and drinks with fellows peers in the industry at the ever-popular Kokomo’s in the heart of the CBD. Get your ticket on Eventbrite now!

Amanda Whitley

In 2011, after enjoying a diverse career in public relations and media, Amanda Whitley launched hercanberra.com.au, a website for Canberra women. Today, it has a monthly unique readership of more than 100,000 and a social network exceeding 90,000 followers, providing a resource which tells the city’s stories, highlights things to do, facilitates connections, and encourages people to engage with their city as a great place to live. HerCanberra has grown to be one of the city’s leading media brands, also boasting a quarterly Magazine and event series. Amanda was ACT Woman of the Year in 2016.

Special thanks to Isentia for supporting this event.

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Communicating Canberra 2018 Showcase

We’re proud to partner with the University of Canberra (UC) to deliver the inaugural Communicating Canberra 2018 Showcase.

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Critical communication for community engagement.

Who do you trust?

Join us for a special collaboration between IABC Canberra and the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2). IAP2 Australasia is committed to advancing the practice of community and stakeholder engagement through education, advocacy and building partnerships.

Public trust levels of governments and large corporations have never been lower. In this era of ‘fake news’, how do you communicate authentically with the public and drive understanding and acceptance of new policies and programs?

Hear from expert community engagement practitioner of over 20 years, Lucy Cole-Edelstein from RPS as she shares her experiences navigating the fine line between communication, consultation and client outcomes. Lucy will discuss IAP2’s Public Participation Spectrum and share her insights from recent community engagement programs including the NSW Government’s controversial Wild Brumby Management Plan and the innovative ACT Government  approach through deliberative democracy on Housing Choices.

Join us for this special collaboration between IABC Canberra and the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2). IAP2 Australasia is committed to advancing the practice of community and stakeholder engagement through education, advocacy and building partnerships.

Lucy’s presentation is brought to you courtesy of our event sponsor RPS – specialists delivering community and stakeholder engagement to support infrastructure planning and assessment.

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