Five tips for connecting with the Queensland Government
- Discuss the best ways of engagement between you and the Queensland Government officer
- Always be patient and persistent, especially when presenting complicated issues
- Demonstrate the support received regarding your issue of concern
- Develop partnerships and good working relationships with other community groups in order to share both the ideas and the work required for positive changes
- Share information with your community about what worked well and what most influenced government officers and politicians
How can I influence the government's policy development activities?
I need to:
- show relevant problems and issues of concern
- understand who the decision-makers are relating to the problems and issues of concern
- understand that they must decide on the most important issues when asked to develop policies on many topics
How can I participate in the Government's policy development processes?
I can:
- take part in consultations on policy
- present my views and opinions to relevant Government departments
- discuss my concerns and suggestions with Queensland Government policy officers
- submit information when requested by Government
- participate on government committees
- meet and inform public servants and your local Member of Parliament about issues of concern
- take part in government surveys
- ensure the community is aware of my issues
- undertake research and present my findings to Government
- propose cost-effective solutions to problems
- meet with Ministers to consider particular areas of concern related to their portfolio
Do you want the government to take more notice of your issues of concern?
The government may take more notice of your issues if you are part of a group or a collection of groups or organisations that share the same concerns. There are a range of community and advocacy groups you may want to join.
Further information
Queensland Government
Phone: 13 13 04
Website: www.qld.gov.au
Last updated 22 August 2008
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