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Open Government Forum - Expression of Interest

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Nominations now open for civil society membership of Australia’s Open Government Forum

The Attorney-General’s Department is seeking nominations from individuals to fill civil society positions on the next Open Government Forum (the forum), including the position of civil society co-chair. 

Civil society members of the forum work in partnership with government members to create and implement open government reforms and will:

  • promote transparent, participatory, inclusive and accountable governance
  • develop and monitor implementation of Australia’s fourth Open Government Partnership National Action Plan (NAP4)
  • drive engagement with civil society and the broader community on NAP4
  • raise awareness about open government. 

Nominations close 11:59 pm AEDT on 12 January 2026

Civil society members will be appointed by the Attorney-General for a period of 3 years, with an opportunity to be extended.