Empowering Public Sector Engagement
Join as an Engagement Institute Government member and equip your team with the skills and insights to navigate today’s rapidly evolving engagement landscape. In an era of transformation—where public trust, policy success, and efficient project delivery depend on meaningful engagement—staying ahead is essential.
Government membership provides exclusive access to expert-led training, cutting-edge resources, and a dynamic network of industry peers, helping your team reduce project risks, enhance public confidence, and drive better outcomes across social, environmental, and governance challenges.
This membership is designed for public sector organisations at all levels of government, providing multiple staff with access to exclusive resources and professional development opportunities.
If your organisation is a Corporate commercial entity, other membership options will be a better fit. Visit our Membership page to explore and compare all available options.

Why join? membership benefits
Investing in your team is investing in the future of your organisation. You not only enhance individual career paths but also boost your department’s overall impact and success in the community.
Maximise your team’s potential
Unlimited access for all employees
Enable every team member to benefit from exclusive discounts on training, local and national events, and unrestricted access to our comprehensive library of online resources.
Continuous professional development
Equip your staff with cutting-edge knowledge and skills through continuous learning and the highly regarded Certificate of Engagement program, ensuring your organisation stays ahead in the engagement field.
Connect with the right people
Give your team access to a network of over 16,000 engagement professionals, where they can join Communities of Practice and networking groups to share insights, tackle challenges, and learn in a supportive, confidential space.
Enhance organisational capability
Customised in-house training
Benefit from tailored Engagement Institute in-house training packages, designed to meet your specific needs and to enhance team effectiveness and coherence.
Attract top tier talent
Your organisation will receive five complimentary Engagement Institute Careers Notice Board listings.
Resources to drive better project outcomes
Utilise sector and subject-specific resource hubs, including the Local Government Hub and Infrastructure Hub, tailored to support your organisation’s unique challenges and opportunities.
Enhance your influence
Demonstrate leadership in engagement
Establish your organisation as a leader in community and stakeholder engagement with Engagement Institute membership including use of member logo and post-nominals — a mark of excellence and commitment to best practices.
Claim premier sponsorship opportunities
Secure first access to exclusive sponsorship opportunities, enhancing your visibility and influence within the industry.
Promote your work and showcase expertise
Stand out as a leader by participating in the Core Values Awards, and by presenting at and hosting events.
You’re in good company: Our Government members
Curious about who’s already benefiting from a Government membership? Meet the businesses leveraging this opportunity to expand their reach and connect with key industry players.
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pricing
Annual membership is $2,850 AUD or $3,222 NZD. Membership follows an anniversary cycle, renewing each year on the date you joined.

Frequently Asked Questions
Organisational Membership FAQs
The annual fee is 2,850 AUD or $3,222 NZD.
You can link as many staff as needed to your membership, at no extra cost.
Membership FAQs
The Engagement Institute operates on an anniversary membership cycle, with renewals due annually on the date you first joined.
Members receive up to a 20% discount off the Engagement Institute’s training programs as well as local and national events.