Engagement Institute continues to advocate for stronger policy, better practice and greater recognition of community and stakeholder engagement across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
In this latest Advocacy Update, CEO Marion Short provides an overview of recent submissions, advocacy priorities and key initiatives, including planning reform, environmental law, conservation policy, the 2026 Census campaign and the new Global Engagement Challenges webinar series.
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Submission: Proposed statewide Community Participation Plan - submitted 3 June 2026
Submission: National Environmental Standard for Community Engagement - submitted 1 July 2026
Submission to the Environment Committee on the Conservation Amendment Bill
Make Your Profession Count
Global Engagement Challenges
Global Engagement Challenges Webinar Information
Annual Conference
