Levers of Power - RACMA 2025 CPD Short Course Series: Navigating Health Politics & Advocacy

With the upcoming Australian federal election potentially influencing our healthcare landscape, it's a crucial time to understand how to effectively navigate policy and advocacy. Regardless of the electoral outcome, the fundamental skills of influencing health policy remain essential for medical leaders.

RACMA is proud to present its exclusive 2025 CPD Short Course Series: Navigating Health Politics & Advocacy - designed specifically for medical professionals and facilitated by government affairs expert Ms Danielle Elston.

The Levers of Power training will equip you with a deep understanding of the structures, key players and decision-making processes within the government and health policy landscape. This course provides practical strategies for effective advocacy and influence.

Face-to-Face Workshop Benefits:

• Enhance your knowledge and skills as a healthcare leader
• Support your professional development aligned with new CPD frameworks
• Immersive, hands-on learning environment with direct expert feedback
• Networking opportunities with peers

By the end of the program, participants will have:

• A strong understanding of the Westminster System of Government
• Clarity on how decisions are made andwho holds influence
• Practical skills for developing and refining a policy position or 'Ask'
• Strategies to engage with government stakeholders effectively
• Knowledge or advocacy techniques tailored to the health and medical sector

Your Facilitator: Danielle Elston

Danielle brings two decades of executive experience from high-profile government agencies. As a corporate affairs leader within both Federal and State governments, she possesses extensive knowledge across health, social services, education, justice, and indigenous affairs portfolios. Throughout her career, Danielle has successfully driven industry-wide reforms and brokered significant changes, demonstrating her capability to lead transformative initiatives.

Location: Karstens, 22 King William Street, Adelaide, SA,5000
Date: 16 July 2025
Time: 9:00am-5:00pm AEST
CPD Points: 6

Cost:

• RACMA Members: $900
• RACMA Candidates: $750
• Non-members: $1,150

All rates in AUD (GST inclusive).