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The role of grantmaker The spirit of philanthropy.ppt
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The Role of Grantmaker
Associations and SupportOrganisations as Policy Actors;
the New Zealandexperience
Robyn Scott
Philanthropy New Zealand
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If Liberty and equality
are to be found in democracy,
they will be best attained
When all persons share alike
in the government
to the utmost.
ARISTOTLE
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The New Zealand
Environment Democratic environmentMMP
Government Minority parties can be as important as the
major parties in determining whether legislationis passed/ policy developed.
Direct access to decision makers andkey influencers
Relationships are key Makes a more direct approach possible and
realistic
Size of country
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Why do we engage in the policy
making process Leadership
Taking a leadership position on behalf ofmembers
Communication Buildingawareness and recognition around
the value of the sector
Advocacy Lobbying on key issues/ legislation that
impact on the philanthropic sector and thebroader Community and Voluntary Sector.
Issues that affect our members either directly or
indirectly.
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Philanthropy NZ Mission
Philanthropy New Zealand will foster,
inspire and promote the interests of
the philanthropic and grantmakingsector in NZ through research,education and communication and by
being a credible, influential andrepresentativevoice.
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Why?
Means
Motive
Opportunity
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How do we make Decisions aboutEngaging in the Policy MakingProcess?
Critical decision making
ASK and LISTEN
Know your memberstheir philosophies,
hopes, ideas and aspirations Send appropriate signalsideas/ opinions
welcome
Invest in capacity to gather evidence
research base to work.
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As a Grantmaker Support
Organisation
Responsibility to:
Bringintelligent, informedanalysisof the issues to the attention ofmembers.
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Getting Started in the Policy
Arena
1. Learn the Legal Limits andunderstand existing public policyaround an issue.
Talk to other organisations with aninterest in similar issues.
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Getting Started in the Policy
Arena2. Choose an Issue with Merit
Focus on a public policy issue that
could: Further members efforts for greater
community good
Build on the organisations experience,
interests and values Flow logically from the strategic goals of the
organisation.
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Getting Started in the Policy
Arena3. Learn everything you can
about the issue and members
views on the issue.Conduct research in the issue
Analyse the risks and benefits ofinfluencing on this issue, based on
research/evidence. Study the big picture and where other
organisations sit on the issue.
Look for efforts relating to the issue thatare particularly ripe for action.
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Getting Started in the Policy
Arena5. Develop a Strategy to pursue your Goals
Choose strategic approaches( eg. Fund
research, support efforts by other groups,inform the public and other key influencers)Involve key constituents
Develop relationships and enlist support
from key partners and others Commit sufficient funding and resources to
make a difference
Capitalise on expertise and capabilities ofthose involved.
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Getting Started in the Policy
Arena6. Assess and refine Strategies
Document plans andaccomplishments
Evaluate progress over time
Periodically re evaluatestay thecourse or shift/refine approaches
Celebrate winsbig and small.
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How Philanthropy NZ hasengaged in Policy Development
/ Policy influence
Convening and Canvassing Bringing parties together, raising issues, and
continuing the dialogue. Either formally or informally canvassing
members for responses and utilising input intoa formal process.
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Policy development/ Influence
the NZ experience
Conduit
To key decision makers and influencersin government, government agenciesand the wider sector, providing
information and context.
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Policy development/ Influencethe NZ experienceCatalyst
Johns Hopkins Data Collection project/ Study of the NZ Not for ProfitSector
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Policy development/ Influencethe NZ experience
Participating
Being at the table to listen and provideinput. It may be to participate in theformal government processes alreadyin place to deal with a particular issue.
Charities Commission development.
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David and Goliath - Building
scale and scope Champion the benefits of involvement in
public policy both through individualactions but also by collaborating andcooperating with other organisations in thesector.
Build strategic relationships with members
of the sector and communities of interestoutside the sector, such as business.
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Lessons Learned
Engage with membersASK ANDLISTENBE PREPARED TO OFFERINTELLIGENT ANALYSIS
Get involved early and be strategic
Be prepared to investtime and money
Identify the key influencers
Make time
Balance the needs of all members.
Build good relationships
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Lessons Learned
Build relationships
Be nonpartisan Be inclusive
Communicate on issues regularly with
members Gather robust evidence to inform
both debate and outcome.
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