Policy committees develop the ALP’s policies and issue positions which become the Party Platform. The Party Platform is a statement about what the Labor Party stands for. This Platform is used as a basis to determine policies and promises the Party will take to a State Election as well as the priorities for a successful Labor Government.
The policy committees work in conjunction with the state and federal parliamentary parties to develop the Platform. Policy committees are elected every two years at State Conference, but any member of the Party may take part in discussions as a non-voting member (associate member).
If you are interested in becoming an associate member of a policy committee or if your local branch would like to address correspondence to any policy committee please contact State Office for information.
Members can take part in any of the following Policy Committees:
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Affairs
Develops policies relating to reconciliation and other issues of concern to indigenous Australians that promote inclusion, equality and respect.
Commonwealth Affairs & Federal Relations
Contributes to the national policy process regarding Australia’s international relations, including defence.
The Commonwealth Affairs and Foreign Relations Policy Committee also explores and makes recommendations on the overlap of roles of Commonweath, State and Local Governments, and coordinates federal policy recommendations arising from other State policy committees.
Conservation, Environment & Resources
Develops policies on the environment, energy, water, climate change, forestry and land-management that promote sustainable development and protect the environment for future generations.
Culture, Sport & Tourism
Develops policies in the areas of arts, information, media, tourism, sport, gaming and recreation.
Economics, Innovation, Employment & Industry Development
Develops public policy in the areas of economic development, science & technology, multi-media, manufacturing, trade, export and small business.
Education & Youth Affairs
Develops public policies that increase access to life long education (including pre-school and child care) and address issues of concern to young Victorians.
GLBTI Affairs
Develops policies around matters concerning the GLBTI community.
Health, Community Services & Senior Victorians
Develops policies around health, aged care and community services.
Industrial Affairs
Develops policy on industrial issues to promote safe workplaces, more jobs and thriving, innovative industries across Victoria.
Justice & Democracy
Develops policies on the expansion and protection of rights, access to justice, and improving parliament and public administration. Its policy focus also includes consumer affairs, corrections, police and emergency services.
Multicultural Affairs & Population
Develops policies on all matters that impact on ethnic communities and that promote inclusion, equality and respect.
Transport
Develops policies relating to public transport, roads, ports and air transport.
Urban Affairs, Housing, Local Government & Infrastructure
Develops policies regarding planning, local government, housing, community building, infrastructure development and major projects.
Women’s Affairs
Develops policies on all matters that impact on women.
Further information can be obtained through State Office.