The Tanck Blog
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Why December and January are critical for advocacy ahead of Australia’s Election and Federal Budget
In the lead up to the Australian Election and Federal Budget it is critical for organisations to begin looking at their advocacy priorities.
Achieving social sector outcomes in Election Season
We explore key strategies and actions that organisations can take to manage multiple elections in quick succession and maximise their impact. By Neil Pharaoh and Rory Parker.
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.