Program

About the program

Our proudly non-partisan program is uniquely designed in collaboration between the University of Melbourne and seven other leading universities across Australia, tailored to the Victorian context.

Participants gain first-hand insights from prominent politicians, advisors, speechwriters and media trainers to give them confidence and clarity about their future in politics in a safe, supportive environment.

  • Saturday, July 18, 20263:00pm-7:30pmin person, Melbourne
    Sunday, July 19, 202610:00am-2:30pmin person, Melbourne
    Sunday, August 2, 202610:00am-5:00pmin person, Melbourne
    Saturday, August 8, 202610:00am-5:30pmin person, Melbourne
    Saturday, August 29, 20263:00pm-6:00pmin person, Melbourne
    Sunday, August 30, 202610:00am-3:30pmin person, Melbourne
    Monday, September 7, 20267:30pm-8:45pmonline
    Tuesday, September 15, 20264:30pm-10:00pmin person, Melbourne
    Tuesday, October 6, 20267:30pm-8:45pmonline
    Tuesday, October 20, 20267:30pm-8:45pmonline

  • Participants gain first-hand insights from prominent politicians, advisors, speechwriters, and media trainers to give you confidence and clarity about your future in politics.

    You will be supported to realise your capabilities through practical workshops and exercises provided in a respectful and supported environment – for example through media and campaign training, and delivering a speech in the Victorian parliament.

    Our program curriculum is comprised of 10 modules across themes including:

    • political vision
    • preselection
    • campaign planning
    • media training
    • speechwriting
    • leadership skills

  • We are extremely grateful for the support of the many incredible guest speakers who have devoted their time and experience to our program. Past speakers include: