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In 2008, the inaugural Working Communities International Congress was held as the first truly united meeting of its kind to explore social, educational and economic mechanisms that lead to healthy communities and improved workforce participation. The first Congress attracted speakers and delegates from North America, Britain, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Africa. In March 2010, the second Working Communities International Congress will again host a wide cross-section of delegates including people working in social and economic policy, workforce and community development, as well as professionals, entrepreneurs and business leaders from across the globe.
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Congress Partner: OECD LEED Programme
The OECD's LEED (Local Economic and Employment Development) Programme contributes to the creation of more and better quality jobs worldwide. To fulfil its mission, LEED carries out cross-country comparative projects tasked with identifying innovative policies responding to today's challenges. LEED serves a governing board of 35 countries and collaborates with several other countries in various parts of the world. To complement this international peer review process, LEED facilitates the sharing of experiences between practitioners. The OECD LEED Forum on Partnerships and Local Governance brings together 2,400 participants from more than 50 countries desiring to enhance the results of their actions. The Forum brings its pool of expertise to Melbourne to contribute to the success of Working Communities International Congress 2010. Australia has been at the forefront of employment reforms, and as a result, NESA CEO, Sally Sinclair, was invited to present at the 5th Annual Meeting of the OECD LEED Forum on Partnerships and Local Governance in Vienna, Austria in 2009. NESA is a partner of the LEED Programme. Sylvain Giguère, Head of the OECD's LEED Division, will speak at Working Communities International Congress 2010. He will provide delegates with insights into LEED's key policy messages on creating more and better jobs.
Major Sponsor: The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR)
The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations is the lead government agency providing national leadership in education and workplace training, transition to work and conditions and values in the workplace. DEEWR delivers programs to educate and build socially inclusive communities, promote individual development through equitable and accessible education, increase workforce participation, promote fair and productive work practices, and develop national economic potential and capability. The Department works in collaboration with the states and territories, and have offices and agencies throughout Australia and overseas allowing an active, national and client-focused approach. DEEWR is committed to providing easy and informative access to services and support programs and work directly with clients and stakeholders to ensure expectations are met.
Lanyard Sponsor: TVET Australia
TVET Australia provides high quality professional services which support the national training system in building Australia’s skill base and fostering social and economic development. Our company provides a unique opportunity for key stakeholders within the sector to work collaboratively on areas of strategic national importance. Our owners are members of the Ministerial Council for Tertiary Education and Employment. We actively seek to identify the emerging priorities of our stakeholders and offer a number of our services using a progressive commercial approach. This ensures that TVET Australia makes the best use of its assets and invests its revenues into enabling and sustaining its vision.
Sponsor: The Department of Planning and Community Development
The Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) is putting people at the heart of Victorian Government efforts to plan for liveability and growth by focusing on two things that are important to Victoria's future: the liveability of our neighbourhoods, and the strength of our communities. DPCD was established in August 2007 to lead and support the development of liveable communities. The Victorian Government is committed to delivering improvements in urban planning and development, particularly in the outer suburbs and regional areas where we are expecting strong growth. DPCD is putting the needs of these growing communities' front and centre. This ensures we are building strong communities that are well planned, well designed and help Victoria continue to be one of the most liveable States in the world.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available.
Contact:Ms Carole Gregson |
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