People Powered Politics Convention
Event description
Please join us for the 'People Powered Politics' Convention, the fourth annual Convention of the Community Independents movement. Turbo charging the movement’s networking, collaboration and sharing, the Convention is a must-attend event for community leaders, volunteers and anyone passionate about harnessing the collective power of communities to create a better future for Australia.
Be part of our special networking event on the evening of Friday 21st, 6.30-8pm as we set the scene for Saturday 22nd 9am-5pm. If you can't make the entire day, Convention registrants will receive a link to the recordings the following week. Early bird rate of $45 until 12 May. Please contact us if this is a barrier to your attendance.
Gain invaluable insights, practical tips and expert advice from a stellar lineup of community leaders, campaign experts, thought leaders and key organizations as we prepare for the upcoming federal election. Hear from our Community Independent MPs about how they are changing Australian politics, actively engaging with their communities and championing critical issues from tax reform, cost of living and housing affordability to integrity and climate action.
A vital part of the Convention will be the People Powered Politics Expo where participants can connect directly with key campaigners and organisations supporting the movement and also network with like-minded people in their state, territory and electorate. Topics include:
- Volunteer and community engagement
- Team capacity building
- Fundraising
- Legal
- Campaigning in regional and rural communities
- Understanding and using media
- Messaging and PR
- Injecting fun into campaigns
- Data and demographics
A direct line can be drawn from the 2021 'Getting Elected' Convention to the success of Community Independents at the 2022 Election. Convention 2022 celebrated this seismic change in Australian politics and focused on 'Empowered Communities: Next Steps'. In 2023 we spotlighted inspiring local communities with 'Get Political: Communities Taking Action'.
The 2024 'People Powered Politics' Convention continues to build on the themes of these landmark Conventions, and the importance of putting people at the centre of politics.