This is an eight-day course in systemic advocacy taking place on the following Saturdays from 10am - 4pm:
March: 15, 22, 29 | April: 5 | May: 3, 10, 17, 24

Advocacy, influencing and tools for creating a better world

Be the change you wish to see in the world
- Mahatma Gandhi

The fight for social justice, environmental sustainability and positive change takes knowledge, skills and strategy.

The Certificate in Changemaking is designed for Western Australians seeking to develop their skills in systemic advocacy, campaigning and practical activism to make a difference about the issues that matter.

The course is designed to provide the essential real-world skills required for a successful campaign, while introducing you to veteran activists who will share their stories and wisdom. It will also foster connections between movements, organisations and individuals and provide inspiration for the challenges of today.

The course will be suitable for beginners, but also welcomes experienced advocates wanting to brush up their skills and expand their networks.

As a pilot course, this Certificate is heavily subsidised and is offered at around 10% of its commercial value.

The course will be delivered by a series of experienced advocates with exceptional changemaking and subject matter expertise. In addition to your trainer, each week will feature a presentation and Q+A with a veteran changemaker to share their learnings from a local campaign.

Course Schedule 2025 (Saturdays 10am - 4pm):

Day 1: 15 March - How to Change the World: Introduction to Systemic Advocacy
Day 2: 22 March - Campaign Planning
Day 3: 29 March - Tools and Tactics
Day 4: 5 April - Politics, Lobbying and Influencing Decision Makers + Brazen Hussies film screening

[Easter break]

Day 5: 3 May - Media skills and Secrets
Day 6: 10 May - Law for Changemakers
Day 7: 17 May - Grassroots Campaigning and Building Profile
Day 8: 24 May - Sustainable Activism and Regenerative Cultures + Wild Things film screening

This course includes:

Engaging, up-to-date materials.
Take-home resource package.
All-day tea and coffee.
Certificate of attendance.

PRICES

As a pilot course, this Certificate is heavily subsidised and is offered at around 10% of its commercial value.

Standard | $395
Corporate and Government

Non-Profit/ Individuals | $265
Staff of non-profit organisations, micro-businesses with less than 5 staff and self-funded waged individuals

Concession | $190
Concession Card Holders paying as individuals

SCHOLARSHIPS

We offer a small number of scholarships to those who would otherwise be unable to afford to attend. Scholarship recipients pay a nominal fee of $45 toward materials. Click here to apply.

REFUND POLICY

Before you book, please click here to read our Refund Terms and Conditions and ensure you have understood the conditions listed under the heading
Public Training.

VENUE

Evolve WA
Whadjuk Noongar Boodjar
Level 1, 20 Southport Street
West Leederville WA 6007

Click here for further details regarding parking, transport and location.

Our venue is wheelchair accessible, including toilets. However, if you have any special access needs or would like any support or adaptations to make learning easier for you, please let us know.