Posted 10/8/08

Training - RMIT Community Advocacy Unit Workshop

Series Contributor: VLGA
Posted: 07-08-2008

COMMUNICATION KNOW HOW
Saturday 13 September, 9.30am - 4.30pm
> speak confidently and effectively in public
> manage high-pressure interactions with decision-makers
> create presentations that educate, inspire and persuade

GRANT SEEKING KNOW HOW
Saturday 20 September, 9.30am - 4.30pm
> find the money from governments, trusts and companies
> tailor your project to the priorities of a funding body
> write an effective grant application

LOBBYING KNOW HOW
Saturday 4 October, 9.30am - 4.30pm
> have an impact on the policy making process
> develop a targeted lobbying strategy to achieve your goals
> conduct an interview with a member of parliament

MEDIA KNOW HOW
Saturday 11 October, 9.30am - 4.30pm
> plan a media campaign for maximum 'newsworthiness'
> write a media release that grabs attention
> give a media interview that gets your message across

VENUE: RMIT City Campus, Swanston Street, Melbourne. All venues are disability accessible. Full venue details and a campus plan will be provided on confirmation of registration.

COST: $100 inc GST for four workshops or $30 inc GST per workshop for members of unfunded community groups. $240 inc GST for four workshops or $70 inc GST per workshop for members of funded NGOs.

REGISTRATION: Pre-registration is essential. Places are strictly limited to 20 per workshop, so please register early! Full registration details available from www.rmit.edu.au/advocacy.

Contact Name: Gillian
Contact Phone: 03 9925 2910
Contact Email: advocacy@rmit.edu.au
Website: Click on link for more information