National Congress 2021 — You’re invited!
G’day Pirates,
I hereby invite you to the 2021 Pirate Party Annual National Congress!
The National Congress is an opportunity for members to propose and debate new policies and constitutional amendments, hear nominations for Party Officials, and meet Pirates from around Australia.
It is held annually and is the paramount decision making body of Pirate Party Australia.
Date: Saturday 31st July and Sunday 1st August.
Last year we held Congress entirely online and it went so well we decided to do it again! Attend from anywhere by video call and text chat.
Watch parties and Friday night meetups are a distinct possibility! If you’d like to meet up with your local pirates, drop me an email at [email protected]. With any luck, I’ll be able to put you and a mate or two in touch! Better yet, make a post on the forums for more visibility.
I urge everyone – this means you – to consider running for National Council. This year, we’ve had only six out of nine positions filled. That’s not sustainable, so please step up and help out! As always – we’re a party for everyone and we want people from all walks of life in our leadership team.
Details of the National Congress, including the agenda, new policies, nominations, constitutional amendments and details on how to participate online will be available on the Wiki: https://pirateparty.org.au/wiki/Pirate_Congress_2021
The National Congress is followed by a seven day voting period, which is open to all members. All members will be emailed ballot information at the opening of this voting period.
There are a number of dates and deadlines and procedures to follow if you wish to submit items to the National Congress or declare candidacy for positions.
Constitutional Amendments:
- Deadline for amendment proposals is Saturday 3rd July 2021 09:00 am (AEST)
- Email your proposals to [email protected].
Policies and Policy Amendments:
- It would be appreciated if policy proposals could be submitted at least 10 days before National Congress so that they can be allowed for in the agenda.
- Email your proposals to [email protected].
Nominations:
- Positions up for election are all nine National Councillors, the Policy Development Officer, and one position on the Dispute Resolution Committee.
- Nominations can be accepted up until the relevant agenda item at National Congress.
- Nominations for electable positions can be made by following the instructions here: Pirate Congress 2021/Nominations
We thank you for your continued support!
Please feel free to discuss National Congress or any other matters in our discussion forums at https://discuss.pirateparty.org.au/
Yours sincerely,
Alex Jago
Secretary
Pirate Party Australia