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