The Tanck Blog
Politics, policy, campaigns and advocacy.
We give you our latest insights on political trends, elections, lobbying and advocacy news, as well as tips and ideas for better government engagement and government relations.
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Managing a wobbly economy and government engagement
Neil Pharaoh explores key strategies and actions that non-profits can take to navigate through economic uncertainties, and thrive in challenging economic environments.
What do I do if my government funding is ending?
Your government funding is coming to an end (or likely to) come to an end, presenting a significant challenge for your organisation. What should you do now?
Media and PR alone do not lead to government money
In the pursuit of government funding, relying solely on media and PR is risky. A strategic approach, prioritising authenticity and collaboration, is crucial for effective government engagement and advocacy efforts.
Government money is not “free”
Neil Pharaoh discusses the misconception of "free" government funding - emphasising the strategic investment needed to secure contracts, and the importance of transparent cost management in the social sector.
Navigating Government Engagement and Funding
Neil Pharaoh dives into hints and tips (and some honest truths) for not-for-profit and civil society organisations in their pursuit of government funding.
The 12 Days of Christmas
In keeping with the festive spirit, we bring you this year’s 12 Days of (Government Engagement) Christmas, to the tune we’re all familiar with – something you can sing with your colleagues and friends about how amazing your 2023 government engagement journey has been!
Royal Commissions and NFPs
As we sit within the 16 days of global activism to end gender violence, it’s a good time to remember the power that NFPs hold to influence public discourse on an issue — and how you can effectively harness that via government engagement.
The Importance of Earnestly Being a B Corp
Tanck recently completed a 9-month journey to become certified as a B Corp. It’s something we are immensely proud of. Angus Crowther explains why we wanted to invest in becoming a B Corp.
Lobbying in the crosshairs
Playing both sides and using pro-bono work for corporate benefit: Australian lobby firms are under scrutiny. Check if your organisation is on the register, weigh the need for a lobbyist, and stay informed amid the rising debate.