With a wealth of experience in government relations, founder and CEO of Fifty Acres Jo Scard shares her key ingredients for a winning government engagement strategy.

Whilst the federal election is over for another term, budget discussions are always a consideration at both a state and federal level, and play a pivotal role in the success of not-for-profit organisations. If you don’t have an engagement strategy, now is the time to consider how the government can help, and which projects are likely to attract investment and attention ahead of the federal budget announcements in October.

Here’s our five top tips for formulating a government engagement strategy that will progress your organisation; and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders.

Read the full article on Pro Bono Australia.

 

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