Make better evidence-based decisions for Australia’s communities. 

The public sector’s work – and decisions – shape Australia as a nation. To maintain trust and transparency, data and rigorous research need to underpin everything it does. This webinar will give you the tools to create reliable and trustworthy solutions that go beyond superficial fixes. 

Based on real-life case studies, learn about evidence-based decision-making principles and why they matter from Associate Professor Alessandra Capezio from the Australian National University. You will also explore how to apply these principles in the context of policymaking, leadership, and frank and fearless advice to political leaders.  

What you will learn about: 

• Evidence-based decision-making tools  
• Good evidence and how to collect it 
• The impact of poor decisions on policies, programs, and public trust  
• Communicating evidence in an accessible way. 

Who is this for? 

Team leaders in the public for purpose sector who: 

• Want to know how to make evidence-based decisions effectively 
• Help their team make better evidence-based decisions 
• Design policies or programs 
• Work with ministers or ministerial liaison   

Policymakers and program officers who:

• Want to improve their decision-making skills 
• Want to make sure they draw on the best possible evidence base for their work, even when under pressure 

Public sector academia with an interest in the public sector and/or evidence-based decision-making. 

More speakers will be announced soon.

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