07 NovLooking to have your say in ELAA submissions?
ELAA is frequently invited to contribute to submissions on a diverse range of topics relevant to the ECEC sector. We are looking at establishing a flexible advisory group of approximately 8-10 members including representatives from early years management organisations and stand-alone kindergartens who are interested in helping to shape submissions.
What we are looking for:
- Members with an interest in helping to shape policy and regulatory reform and implementation.
Why?
- Increase the accuracy and relevance of ELAA’s submissions by timely engagement of interested members about their views and experiences.
- Increase our range of options for consulting members. We currently advertise our intent to make a submission in eNews and invite feedback. We also consult through reference groups such as IR Reference Group, CEO Reference Group and EYM Reference Group and undertake an annual survey.
How will it work?
Flexibly. Time frames for consultations can vary from a couple of days to months. Members who have indicated their interest will be notified of ELAA’s intent to make a submission. ELAA will identify questions for consideration of those indicating an interest. Contributions may be sought through:
- telephone or video conference or one-to-one phone calls
- responding to a survey or emailed questions
- review of draft submission
- workshops on more complex issues.
Will the process be reviewed?
Our plan is to trial the approach for 12 months and review it with input from participating members.
For further information or to advise if your organisation is interested in participating, please email Lisa Minchin, Advocacy and Grants Lead LMinchin@elaa.org.au
