# Event Details - **Event Name**: Influential Writing for Government (Online) - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 03 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 07 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+10:00) - **Event Description**: Discover how influential and effective writing can generate a range of positive outcomes for Government.About this EventArea of Interest: Public Sector ManagementCourse SummaryLearn why influential writing matters and how it generates positive outcomes for government, improving productivity, lowering costs, enhancing reputation, and making better decisions.This course equips government employees at all levels with proven techniques to maximise benefits for self, team, organisation, and the broader community. Course materials draw upon the collective experience of what works for senior professionals — including current and former senior executives from the public service and private sector — combined with expertise from within UNSW.This course will run online.Course ContentThis course will cover:Best practice for writing in a government contextUsing writing to make an impact and maximise benefitPractical frameworks for understanding audience and engaging with stakeholdersPlanning and drafting pieces of written workTypes of government writing and how to communicate across your organisationAdopting a growth mindset and engaging in deliberate practiceCourse schedule:Onboarding: 6 - 9 OctoberWelcome Webinar: 10 OctoberVirtual Workshop 1 - Writing in a Government Context: 17 OctoberVirtual Workshop 2 - Best Practice and Frameworks: 24 OctoberVirtual Workshop 3 - Writing Analysis: 30 OctoberFinal Submission/Evaluation: 7 NovemberFeedback due: 14 NovemberLearning OutcomesOn completion of this course, you will be able to:Describe the importance of effective writing in the Australian government contextUnderstand and apply the core skills required to write influentially and impactfully for governmentExplain the role of neuroscience and the principles of persuasion in attaining optimal audience impactOutline frameworks for understanding one’s government audience and techniques for planning and delivering influential written workIdentify the key types of government writing and how to apply the core skills to each type of documentUnderstand the importance of adopting a learning mindset and principles of deliberative practice, and apply the core skills of effective government writing in a range of contextsImplement the benefit of practical experiences gained during the workshops, including a highly practical experiential learning opportunity, reflective practice frameworks and peer-to-peer learning activities.PrerequisitesNoneWho should attendThe course is designed primarily for people that are in the early stages of their career in the public service, are new to the public sector, or are working in organisations that interact with the government and government adjacent organisations.PresenterKathleen BrennerKathleen’s public sector experience spans both the Commonwealth and state levels of government, and includes: Indigenous Affairs, the Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse, Disability, Housing, Homelessness, Immigration and Agriculture, as well as Resources, Agriculture, Animal Welfare, Regional Development, Racing, Small Business, the Creative Industries, Major Events and Sports and Local Government. She brings recent senior public sector experience as a Principal Lawyer in the Victorian public service.Kathleen is an Associate Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation, and has trained with Erickson International, in Vancouver, Canada - one of the world’s most reputable coaching training organisations.Kathleen is a professional positive psychology informed and solutions focused coaching practitioner with a particular focus on public servants and lawyers who seek to thrive in all aspects of their lives and be change-makers in their workplaces and communities. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/reid/influential-writing-for-government-online/100001974558298023 - **Event Categories**: workshops, sports, virtual, nonprofit, webinar - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 1950, max: 1950, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Reid - **state**: CT - **country**: Australia - **location**: UNSW Canberra City Campus - **lat**: -35.286837 - **long**: 149.1379935 - **full address**: UNSW Canberra City Campus, 37 Constitution Avenue, Reid, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Influential Writing for Government (Online) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/78d0814baed742fe47ec92406b3618bec277ef6738f196772f0751c23e46d5e3-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfddd00-gmir.jpg?v=1763598088 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Influential Writing for Government (Online) being held? - **A:** Influential Writing for Government (Online) takes place on Fri, 03 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 07 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at UNSW Canberra City Campus, 37 Constitution Avenue, Reid, Australia. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Influential Writing for Government (Online)? - **A:** Tickets for Influential Writing for Government (Online) are priced at AUD 1,950 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionAUD 1,950Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Influential Writing for Government (Online)? - **A:** Influential Writing for Government (Online) is organized by UNSW Canberra Professional Education Courses. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Influential Writing for Government (Online) is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Reid, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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