About PLACE

Our vision is for local communities, governments, and others to share decisions on the things that matter most in people’s lives.

Place-based approaches create the opportunity for shared understanding and shared action for lasting change.

What PLACE will do

Enable

Lead the development and implementation of a national workforce strategy for place-based change, supporting the needs of communities.

Learn & share

Bring together, translate, disseminate, and generate evidence, knowledge, and other resources to amplify and accelerate place-based practice and policymaking.

Collaborative solutions

Enable and convene expertise and experience to identify possible solutions to shared challenges and incubate concepts through partnerships and wrap-around support.

Strengthen data

Provide a range of practical supports to place-based approaches to improve data, monitoring and evaluation.

Community-led governance

PLACE’s governance structure has been designed to ensure community leadership and accountability that goes beyond input or participation through advisory groups.

We will establish a Community Council that will shape how PLACE operates, its priorities and recommendations for board appointments. This recognises the importance of collaboration and shared decision-making among diverse stakeholders.

EOI - Community Council

Are you passionate about shaping the future of community-led change in Australia?

 We are launching an open Expression of Interest (EOI) for our inaugural Community Council.

The Community Council is a vital part of PLACE’s governance structure, allowing PLACE to connect with place-based initiatives across the country

 As a member of the Community Council, you will be expected to attend quarterly meetings and undertake a number of tasks including:

  • Co-design the enduring model for how PLACE will engage with communities across Australia

  • Provide feedback on our Terms of Reference

  • Participate in co-design forums surrounding the Community Council

  • Offer strategic advice on PLACE’s proposed activities

  • Ensure diverse perspectives from different community groups and initiatives are heard.

 If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and support community empowerment, we encourage you to apply here!

The deadline for EOIs is 4 April 2025.

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