Policy Change in 2025: It’s All About Relationships
Building Relationships That Drive Policy Change
Policy change doesn’t happen in isolation. The relationships you build with policymakers, influencers, and stakeholders are often the key to driving meaningful change. But how do you create these relationships and ensure they’re mutually beneficial?
Building Relationships for Policy Influence
Start Early:
Don’t wait until you need support to approach policymakers. Build relationships now, so there’s a foundation of trust when you need their backing.
Be a Resource:
Offer something valuable in your interactions, such as data, research, or insights that align with their priorities. Show them how your goals can help them achieve theirs.
Stay Consistent:
Relationships require maintenance. Send follow-up emails after meetings, provide updates on your progress, and ensure your contacts know they’re part of your journey.
Live Policy Consultations You Can Respond To
Here are some consultations open this month:
Decent Homes Standard (DHS) - Tenant Feedback Questionnaire
Deadline: 17 January 2025
Provide feedback to help update social housing standards.
Design Plan for the Roll-out of Smart Electricity Meters in Northern Ireland
Deadline: 16 January 2025
Share your views on this transformative initiative.
Short on time? Policy360 can manage your consultation responses, ensuring they reflect your expertise and priorities. Get in touch today to make your voice count.
Master Policy Influence: Enrol in the Political Awareness and Influencing Skills Course
Want a deeper dive into building relationships? My Political Awareness and Influencing Skills course walks you through stakeholder mapping, engagement tactics, and relationship-building best practices. Sign up today.
Your Guide to Corporate Collaboration: The Corporate Fundraising Playbook
Building strong partnerships isn’t just for policymakers. My upcoming book, The Corporate Fundraising Playbook, teaches you how to cultivate meaningful relationships with businesses to support your goals. If you want to get your hands on the first copies, send me a message and I will post when available.
Forge Impactful Partnerships with Policy360
Building strong, mutually beneficial partnerships is the cornerstone of success for charities and businesses alike. At Policy360, I specialise in connecting organisations to unlock the potential of corporate-charity collaborations. Whether you’re a nonprofit seeking sponsorship or a business aiming to enhance your ESG strategy, my partnership services are designed to help you succeed.
Here’s how I can support you:
Charity Partnership Development: I’ll help your organisation identify and approach the right corporate partners, crafting proposals that resonate and deliver value for both sides.
Corporate Sponsorship Strategy: For businesses, I provide expert guidance on how to align your ESG goals with meaningful causes, creating partnerships that drive positive social impact.
Collaboration Facilitation: From negotiating agreements to managing ongoing relationships, I’ll ensure your partnerships are productive, sustainable, and impactful.
Tailored Workshops: Need to build internal capacity? I offer bespoke training sessions to equip your team with the skills to secure and maintain partnerships.
Partnerships can transform your mission and amplify your impact. Let me guide you through the process, using proven strategies from my upcoming book, The Corporate Fundraising Playbook.
📧 Let’s connect and start building partnerships that matter: hello@policy360.co.uk
🌐 Learn more: www.policy360.co.uk
📞 Call: 07703 411760
Together, we’ll create partnerships that achieve more.