Why political monitoring is a potent tool for advocating change, influencing policies, and shaping laws.
Writing a Government Engagement Plan
Three key steps to mapping out your government engagement
Engaging the Public Service
The bureaucracy is one of the most fundamental players in any government's decision making.
5 Minutes with a Staffer, featuring Penny George
We speak with this seasoned political and public affairs pro on life as a staffer, and how to effectively engage with MPs.
5 Minutes with a Staffer, featuring Alexander Drake
You are always ahead when you provide policy makers with data that no one else has.'
Five Minutes with a Staffer - Julian Crowley
Advoc8 sits down with former staffer Julian Crowley to hear how advocates can get staffers and MPs on board with their campaigns.
Hosting a Lunch Briefing
Knowing how to manage a professional lunch has become an invaluable part of any advocacy strategy. Here's how to make an impression.
Five Minutes with a Staffer - Hannah Frank
The affable Hannah Frank talks to us about life as a staffer, the perils of unconscious biases, and the importance of finding pragmatic middle ground with political offices.
Writing a Ministerial Briefing Note
Every meeting with a Minister is important, but your briefing note is what they'll take away. Here's how to make sure it stays top-of-the-pile.
Recruiting Former Staffers
Win or lose, lots of staff will be looking for something new after an election. Here's how to recruit one.
Understanding Personality Types
Every meeting is impacted by the 'type' of person you're meeting with. This week we look at the top five personality types and how to spot them.
Post-Election Engagement
Best practice engagement for new and returning MPs
Leveraging Inaugural Speeches
First speeches are a window into the lives of new MPs, and a close reading can give you the edge your advocacy needs.
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