Special Event

ACS Election Debate (Virtual)

ACS invites you to its Federal Election Debate between the two major political parties on issues outlined in its federal election platform, Building Australia’s digital future.

Virtual
CPD Hours: 1
Skills Level: Information security (SCTY) -> Level 5

About this event

The 2022 Australian federal election is approaching, but what does this mean for the IT sector? The sector is suffering from a skills shortage and increased digital threats while Australia is falling in global innovation and competitiveness measures.

How can Australia respond to these challenges and grasp the opportunities technology presents for the economy and society?

ACS President, Dr Nick Tate, invites you to hear representatives from the major political parties debate policies ACS has called for as part of its federal election platform, Building Australia’s digital future.

The ACS federal election platform focuses on nine key policy areas, including:
  • Addressing the skill shortage through initiatives to increase the pipeline for the tech workforce, including gender diversity;
  • Improving the workforce’s digital skills through assisting businesses;
  • Ensuring Parliament has the right advice and recognising the importance of technology in discussions, including the need for a Cabinet-level Digital Economy portfolio;
  • Protecting Australia and its people from cyber attack, spam and scams; and
  • Building Australia’s regional digital economy.
Registration:
a) Tickets are available $30 incl GST (ACS Member) and $60 (Non-member)
b) Please contact Vicki.Leddin@acs.org.au if you require assistance regarding the registration process or group bookings
c) Please contact member.services@acs.org.au if you require a copy of the invoice or have difficulties with the online registration process.

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR ATTENDEES
1) Event Cancellation & Refund: All cancellations must be processed through the website, a refund will only be considered if it is at least 5 working days prior to the event.
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