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
Te Waipounamu Engagement Wānanga | No Frills – Photos
The Te Waipounamu Engagement Wānanga, held on 28 November 2024 in Ōtautahi Christchurch, brought together engagement practitioners for a day of insights, discussions, and collaboration. Attendees explored practical strategies to navigate the challenges of a changing...
‘Cheers to Change’ Melbourne, End of Year Local Network Event with RPS – Wrap Up
International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) Australasia and RPS proudly hosted an end of year networking event in Melbourne on 4 December 2024. We had a thought-provoking panel discussion with our amazing panel members, Alison Karmelich, Kate Lancaster...
‘Cheers to Change’ Brisbane, End of Year Local Network Event with RPS – Wrap Up
The International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) Australasia 'Cheers to Change' event in Brisbane last week brought together engagement professionals to reflect on 2024 and set bold aspirations for the year ahead. A special thanks to RPS for hosting this...