An election campaign and a new Parliament present an opportunity for democratic reform: to make Australian elections fairer, Parliament work better and government more open and transparent. The 10 reforms in the Australia Institute’s Democracy Agenda are a guide for governments, candidates and parliamentarians on how to strengthen Parliamentary debate, increase government accountability, and enhance the integrity of our political institutions.

Each fortnight, you will hear from policy experts from the Australia Institute, who will take you through the key things you need to create change on critical public policy issues – like fair tax reform, electoral reform, the Australia/USA relationship, the housing crisis, or reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

You will learn about:

You will learn how parliaments can strengthen Parliamentary debate, increase government accountability, and enhance the integrity of our political institutions.

How do I sign up:

It’s FREE, but registration is essential.

You can sign up once on Zoom and choose any sessions you wish to attend.

Who should attend:

The Australia Institute’s Policy School is for anyone interested in how public policy is researched and developed, as well as how to advocate for policy change.
It is designed for policy makers, campaigners, NGOs, academics, and public servants.