Day 1: Friday, 12 June 2015 | ||
4:00 | WORKSHOPS: THE ASIA-PACIFIC GREEN PARTY CONTEXT | |
The Global GreensFacilitator: Margaret Blakers, Global Greens Convenor | Plenary | |
Strengthening grassroots democracyDescription: Democracy is the first political action listed in the Global Greens Charter establishing that the Greens:1.1 Have as a priority the encouragement and support of grassroots movements and other organisations of civil society working for democratic, transparent and accountable government, at all levels from local to global.This workshop will explore how we shall realise this priority. Intended Outcomes: Identify priority issues and actions for strengthening grassroots democracy regionally and perhaps globally. Discussion questions: What is the current state of grassroots democracy in your country? What are Green Party strategies for strengthening the political voice and impact of grassroots democracy? Facilitator: Eugenie Sage, New Zealand Green MP | Forest Glade B | |
How to build a Green party from the startDescription: Janet Rice will share her reflections on the critical stages of growth for the Australian Greens over the last two decades. Janet will then facilitate a discussion examining case studies and opportunities for the further growth of the Greens in various countries within the Asia-Pacific region. Intended Outcomes: It is hoped that through the sharing of ideas, experiences and knowledge, that individuals are inspired and energised to develop and implement strategies and mechanisms for the continued growth of the Greens. Facilitation Process: Presentation by Janet Rice, then small break-out group discussions focusing on specific Asia-Pacific countries as case studies for Greens growth. Participant Preparation: It would be appreciated if participants could bring a summary of the current standing of their party (i.e. political representation, membership etc.*) to use as a basis for discussion. Key factors to consider: • Structure of party, • Number of members, • Number of elected members, • Electoral system(s) being contested - in particular focussing on what percentage of the vote do candidates need to be elected. • Communication successes with the public, and the ability to reach voters/new voters through social media, advertising, face-to-face campaigning etc. • Internal harmony - how successful has the party been in 'sticking together'. • Ability to raise funds to achieve your goals. Facilitator: Janet Rice, Australian Greens Senator | Forest Glade A | |
Constitution discussion time Facilitator: Keli Yen, APGF Convenor | Cafe | |
Day 2: Saturday, 13 June 2015 | ||
10:30 | WORKSHOPS: BUILDING GREEN PARTIES | |
Asia Pacific Greens political platform and strategic planFacilitator: Dr. Stewart Jackson | Plenary | |
Party building strategies and practicesFacilitator: Julie Anne Genter MP, New Zealand Green MPs | Forest Glade B | |
Nuclear: nuclear weapons, nuclear energy technology & uranium miningDescription: Panel discussion on each topic followed by open discussion. Facilitators: Boum Yalagch Olzod (Mongolian Green Party Chairperson), Rikiya Adachi (Greens Japan, Australian Greens | Forest Glade A | |
Global Greens Charter refresherAPGF members will get to know the Greens Charter better and discuss the meaning and application of each core part. Facilitators: David Clendon, New Zealand Greens MP | Cafe | |
12:00 | Lunch | Lobby |
1:30 | WORKSHOPS: GREEN CAMPAIGNS | |
Communicating about the Climate and the Roadmap to ParisDescription: This workshop will outline the roadmap to Paris and the key roles that the Greens can play at COP21 in November and before. It will cover:
Intended Outcomes: To establish a common understanding of: • Green goals for COP21• The roadmap to Paris and each country’s contribution to the efforts preceding the conference • The establishment of a network between all participating countries so that communication and collaboration can continue. Facilitation Process: Christine and Russel will co-facilitate. The brainstorming section on tactics will be conducted in break-out groups depending on the number of participants. Participant Preparation: Participants should come prepared to share their experiences of COPs in the past (if they have taken part in a COP before), initiatives and planning that has already commenced for Paris COP21 this year and any specific areas they want to learn about with regards to COP processes or particular issues surrounding COP21. As this session also intends to set up a network amongst participating countries, participants should come knowing who is the most appropriate contact person to take part in an international network. Facilitators: Christine Milne, Australian Greens MP & Russel Norman, New Zealand Green MP | Plenary | |
Fundraising - the building blocksDescription: There is no magic key to fundraising. instead we will focus on practical solutions to issues and challenges when fundraising. 1. One major issue is actually asking for money and all that entails; so let's break down the barriers. 2. a very successful model for getting support is pledge sessions. Learn how to run them and maximise your income. 3. workshop one or two real fundraising issues facing some of our Green parties in the Asia Pacific region. Let's share our expertise and local experience to provide a viable solution to these challenges. Intended Outcomes: To take away three tangible ideas to put into action Facilitation Process: individual and group exercises, slides and facilitated discussion Participant preparation: send through any specific fundraising questions/challenges ahead of time so that the workshop can be on real challenges you are facing. Be ready to talk about your specific experiences to share knowledge and information. Facilitator: Sonja Deely, Funding Development Manager at Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand | Forest Glade B | |
The Power of Local GovernmentDescription: This workshop will provide a platform for participants to share their local government campaigning, election and representation experiences, as well as the success stories that have resulted from Greens representation in local governments. Participants are encouraged to bring their stories of local government campaigning, election and representation. Intended Outcomes: It is hoped that through the sharing of knowledge and information on the challenges and successes of local government representation, that individuals are encouraged and inspired to stand for local government and to make the most of their representation once elected. Facilitation Process: Janet will facilitate a discussion on the power and importance of local government. Depending on the number of participants, there may be cause for break-out groups as part of the workshop process. Participant Preparation: It would be great if, prior to the workshop, participants could collect the stories of local government candidates and representatives, who are unable to be in attendance, on the challenges and successes of local government representation and campaigning. Facilitator: Janet Rice, Australian Greens Senator for Victoria, (Former Councillor and Mayor, City of Maribyrnong, Melbourne, Australia) | Forest Glade A | |
Pacific NetworkDiscussion on how to continue developmenting Green parties in the Pacific region. What structures and actions are needed over the next few years? Facilitator: Denise Roche, New Zealand Greens MP | Cafe | |
Day 3: Sunday, 14 June 2015 | ||
10:30 | WORKSHOPS: IMPLEMENTING GREEN POLICIES | Breakout rooms |
Gender EqualityDescription: Respect for Diversity is a core Green value. The Global Greens Charter recognises that to "promote the building of respectful, positive and responsible relationships across lines of division in the spirit of a multi-cultural society... requires equality between women and men in all spheres of social, economic, political and cultural life." This is one of the reasons why Green Parties prioritise gender equality throughout our organisation. Process:
Facilitators: Mojo Mathers MP & Jan Logie MP, New Zealand Green MPs | Forest Glade A | |
Green GrowthDescription: A reflection on the historical growth of the party in Australia, the key moments in that journey and the challenge of continuing that growth into the future. Intended Outcomes: An understanding of how to make the most of political opportunities, how to overcome the barriers to growth and to connect with new audiences in a meaningful way. Facilitation Process: Richard will present on the Australian experience and then facilitate a workshop on the experience of other Greens parties. Depending on numbers, breakout groups may be required. Participant preparation: Ideally participants will contemplate how they have succeeded in growing the party in their country and the barriers that have prevented growth. Facilitator: Richard di Natale, Australian Green Senator | Plenary | |
Engaging non-citizens in the Greens political movementIntended outcomes: To build knowledge of the global environmental citizenship, recognize the differences in political citizenship, sense of belonging and civic activism. Facilitation process: 1. Deconstruct the notion of a “migrant” – workshop of about 15 minutes to define in groups who consider themselves a migrant a why? 2. Explore the notion of “who is a citizen” and why? 3. Identify problems in engaging non-citizens in formal decision-making 4. Presentation of the three key elements of environmental activism: connectedness, territory and space 4. Case study from Western Australia in involving non-citizens 5. What can you do? Facilitator: Dr Silvia Lozeva | Forest Glade B | |
12:00 | Lunch | |
1:00 | Workshops | |
Australian Political Parties for Democracy Program - Accessing funding grantsDescription: Overview of who AG-IDC (The Australian Greens International Development Committee) are, what they do and how they manage grant funds. Intended Outcome: To provide APGF members and potential members with an understanding of the funding opportunities available to them and how to access that funding. Process: 1. Overview presentation - introducing who we are, what we do, how we work. 2. Discussion on what parties are trying to do in the region. 3. Interactive planning simulation and sharing of a successful case study. Facilitators: Lucy Quartermann & Dr. Elise Klein, AG-IDC Members | Forest Glade B | |
Green institutes: a parallel or inherent program of the APGF?Description: The significance of forming a parallel Greens Institute or constituting a Training and Organizing Committee as a mechanism for implementing a multi-disciplinary capacity building program for party builders will be the focal of discussion. The workshop design is an inter-active process that will analyze the interventions needed by the APGF in addressing the issues of strengthening the emerging parties and building the parties in the region. This will enable the creation of a strategic program within or parallel to the present structure of the APGF. The process is intended to identify the common situations and the unique conditions for each party. Process: Module I: Contextualization - Discussion Group (30 mins)
Module II: Effective Mechanism (30 mins)
Module III: Synthesis and Consolidation (30 mins) Intended Outcome: To develop a mechanism for a Training and Organizing Program for assisting emerging parties in:
Participant preparation: Facilitators request participants send to the Congress Secretariat the following materials two (2) weeks before the actual Congress:
Facilitators: Elias Labro & Guia Limpin, Greens PH delegates | Forest Glade A | |
Asia-Pacific Young Greens NetworkFacilitators: MJ Jha (APYGN Coordinator), Facilitator from Australian Greens | Cafe | |
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