Navigating complex policy changes
Government and regulatory changes can be difficult to keep up with. You need to understand what they mean for your organisation and how to respond.
Make your case. Make it count.
Expert policy and advocacy support for industry associations, non-profits, advocacy groups and stretched public affairs teams.
From government submissions and policy positioning to research, campaigns and grant applications, GS Insights helps organisations communicate their case effectively to government.
The challenge
Small teams. Big expectations.
Keeping up with government and regulatory changes, responding to consultations and communicating your priorities takes time and specialist knowledge—often when your team is already stretched.
Limited time and resources
Consultations and important projects add to an already busy workload. Your team may need extra capacity or specialist support to get the work done.
Communicating your case effectively
You know your priorities. Turning them into clear, evidence-based arguments that speak to government and other decision-makers takes focused research and persuasive writing.
Services
How GS Insights can help
01
Submissions & reports
Compelling evidence-based submissions and reports that put your organisation’s priorities clearly in front of government.
Explore submissions & reports 02Policy positioning & advocacy
Developing positions and practical plans to help you communicate your position effectively to government.
Explore policy positioning & advocacy 03Research & analysis
In-depth research and analysis to support evidence-based policy positioning and recommendations.
Explore research & analysis 04Social media campaigns
Engaging campaigns to drive engagement and make sure your voice is heard by the people who need to hear it.
Explore social media campaigns 05Grant writing
Applications that address criteria, demonstrate need and make a compelling case for funding.
Explore grant writingWhy work with Grace
Experienced support, direct engagement
Experienced support
Grace's professional background includes policy and public affairs roles at the Australian Attorney-General's Department, Treasury Wine Estates and within federal and Victorian parliamentary offices.
That experience brings an understanding of how government works and what matters to organisations.
Direct access. Personal delivery.
Unlike larger public affairs firms, where work may be delegated to junior consultants, GS Insights offers a more personal, hands-on approach. You’ll work directly with Founder and Lead Consultant Grace Sutcliffe from the initial conversation through to the final deliverable, ensuring you benefit from her experience and expertise at every stage.
Flexible support, without permanent headcount
Engage GS Insights for an individual project, temporary capacity when your team is stretched or regular research, policy, advocacy and writing support as an extension of your team.
Enthusiastic and thorough, with delivery you can count on.
When to engage
When should you engage GS Insights?
GS Insights provides practical policy and advocacy support when your organisation needs additional expertise or capacity.
Find the right support- 01A government inquiry or consultation requires a carefully argued submission.
- 02A regulatory development could affect your organisation and you need to understand its implications.
- 03Your leadership team needs clear research, analysis or executive briefings.
- 04Your policy position needs a practical advocacy plan or engaging social media campaign.
- 05A grant opportunity requires a compelling, well-supported application.
- 06Your internal team is stretched and needs experienced policy, advocacy and writing capacity.
Process
A straightforward way of working
- 01
Discuss your requirements
Start with a conversation about your objectives, audience, timeframe and available information.
- 02
Agree the scope
Grace develops a practical approach to the work, with agreed deliverables, review points and responsibilities.
- 03
Research and develop
The work is researched, structured and drafted with attention to evidence, clarity and the intended audience.
- 04
Review and finalise
Feedback is incorporated through agreed review stages, with the final work prepared in the required format.
Insights
Practical insights from Grace
Perspectives on policy, advocacy and communicating with government, published through GS Insights.
Policy & government
When government consultation becomes a tick-box exercise, everyone loses
Government and business don't always speak the same language. Drawing on experience across politics, the public service and corporate affairs, GS Insights Founder Grace Sutcliffe explores why meaningful consultation matters and why getting the basics right is essential to good policymaking.
Read article on LinkedIn (opens in a new tab)Policy positioning & advocacy
The Victorian election is approaching. Is your organisation ready to make its voice heard in the next Parliament?
GS Insights Founder Grace has put together 7 practical tips to help organisations build an effective post-election advocacy strategy.
Read post on LinkedIn (opens in a new tab)Policy positioning & advocacy
Now is the time to prepare for Victoria’s next Parliament
GS Insights’ Founder Grace has put together 5 practical tips to help you write a post-election letter that gets your organisation noticed and opens the door to meaningful conversations.
Read post on LinkedIn (opens in a new tab)FAQ
Questions before you begin
Start a conversation
Clear thinking starts with a conversation.
Whether you're developing a policy position, preparing a government submission, planning an advocacy campaign or need extra capacity for your team, Grace can help you assess what is required.
grace@gsinsights.com.au