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Latest Advocacy News: April 2026

Latest Advocacy News: April 2026

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In this latest Advocacy Update, CEO Marion Short shares a strong start to 2026, with six advocacy submissions already delivered across Australia and New Zealand—each focused on embedding engagement into policy, funding frameworks and decision-making.

From elevating the role of engagement professionals to strengthening consistency and standards across jurisdictions, this work continues to push for engagement as a strategic, not optional, function.

Watch the update below and explore the submissions and resources shaping the future of engagement.

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