How to Engage with your Newly Elected Political Representatives and Policymakers
AELP Webinar
Facilitator: Lee Findell, Partner, WA Communications
Overview
The general election witnessed sweeping political change. 350 new MPs were elected, and Labour was returned to power for the first time in 14 years. This followed local and mayoral elections in May which also saw power change hands across England.
This session is designed to equip you with strategies to engage effectively with your newly elected representatives as the new government introduces significant changes to the skills policy landscape:
- To gain insights into the government’s skills policy agenda and why they are doing what they are doing;
- Practical tips for building rapport with your elected representatives, helping to advance the sector's policy goals and enhance the reputation of training providers among policymakers during this critical period of time.
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Objectives
This webinar will:
- Build an understanding of the skills policy agenda under the new government and the ‘politics’ that underpins it;
- Help identify and understand the roles of key policymakers who will influence the skills policy agenda as it progresses;
- Provide guidance, tips and ideas on how to build relationships with your new political representatives and policymakers.
Target Audience
This webinar will be of interest to people responsible for communications in provider organisations, especially senior leaders and those involved in governance.
Facilitator
Lee Findell, Partner, WA Communications
Lee Findell is a Partner and Head of Education at WA Communications, one of the UK’s leading strategic communications consultancies focused on helping organisations achieve policy and reputational outcomes.
He is a senior counsel and adviser to a range of businesses, organisations and charities on their communication and engagement strategies and is a specialist in sectors where government action, policy development, media interest and public impact intersect.
During a career that spans over two decades he has worked for some of the world’s most recognisable brands, leading high-profile and award-winning communications campaigns.
He has extensive knowledge of the education sector and has advised clients across the sector from Early Years through to Higher Education and beyond. He has been deeply involved in the evolving skills and training debate for over 25 years, working for and advising government bodies, providers, institutions, sector bodies and industry on the policy and communications challenges facing the sector.
Webinar Chair
Matt Strong, Communications Manager, AELP
Matt is AELP’s Communications Manager, having joined the organisation in November 2021. Prior to that he worked for a national walking charity, and in politics and local government. He is passionate about lifelong learning as a tool to promote social mobility. Outside of work, he loves watching football, cricket and bands that should have split up long ago.
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Fees
Member Rate £49.00 + VAT
Non Member Rate £99.00 + VAT
How to Engage with your Newly Elected Political Representatives and Policymakers
AELP Webinar
