Welcome to IAP2 Australasia
As the peak body for the community and stakeholder engagement sector, IAP2 Australasia, believes that engagement, when done well, improves environmental, social and governance outcomes and increases trust in the democratic process.
We advocate for all communities to be authentically engaged in decisions that affect them through education and increasing awareness of authentic engagement and all its benefits, in alignment with the IAP2 Quality Assurance Standard for Community and Stakeholder Engagement.
IAP2 Definition of Engagement
Engagement is an intentional process with the specific purpose of working across organisations, stakeholders, and communities to shape the decisions or actions of members of the community, stakeholders, or organisation in relation to a problem, opportunity, or outcome.
Local Government Hub
For engagement practitioners working in Local Government looking to enhance their organisational engagement practices, you will find a wealth of articles, tools and resources on IAP2A’s Local Government hub.
Infrastructure Hub
The Infrastructure Hub contains information on case studies relating to the infrastructure industry; Conference and Symposium Presentations; Policies, Strategies and Frameworks; Reports; Member only content and news articles.

COVID-19 Resources Hub
Browse the list of free online tools, resources and information sheets – on topics such as digital engagement, adaptive tools, engaging from home, honest conversations and reaching vulnerable people during COVID-19.

#IAP2TV
Bringing you new videos regularly with wisdom, tips and food-for-thought from our ‘Giants’ in the industry, Core Values Awards winners and finalists and general interest pieces from the studio.

Natural Disaster Hub
The Natural Disaster Hub has been developed to house a range of resources to help engagement practitioners in the event of a natural disaster, such as; flooding, bush fires, earthquakes and cyclones.
Latest News
LGNSW Engagement Practitioners Network Meeting, 26 February 2025 | Event Recap
On Wednesday, 26 February, Willoughby City Council hosted a planning meeting with sixteen local Council Community Engagement Practitioners to discuss the future purpose and objectives of the LG Engagement Practitioners Network. The LG Engagement Practitioners Network...
Media Release: Response to Urban Planners Say Community Consultation System Blocks Affordable Housing | 17 February 2025
Is Community Consultation Really Delaying Housing Developments? Community consultation is being blamed for holding up housing developments across Australia, but is it truly the problem? IAP2 Australasia CEO, Marion Short, along with engagement industry leaders, has...
5 Reasons to Choose In-House Training for Your Team
Investing in professional development is essential, but what if your training could be customised specifically to your team’s needs? In-house training offers a focused, flexible, and highly effective way to upskill your team in engagement best practices. Here’s why...