AMA Welcome guide 2020

AMAVictoria members have a unique opportunity to actively shape public health policy, influence doctors’ work conditions and improve the quality of patient care. This work is undertaken through subdivisions, interest groups, government advisory groups, consultations, media and events. The best way to start your involvement in advocacy is to participate in your subdivisions. Subdivisions There are two types of subdivisions — geographic and vocational. Geographic subdivisions support members in local areas to connect and network with each other. Vocational subdivisions, introduced in 2020, connect members from right across Victoria who are at similar career stages or have similar career directions, similar types of employment or who work in particular sectors. Grouped together, these members are able to meaningfully discuss their areas of interest or concerns. Issues raised at these grass-roots subdivision meetings can be escalated for broader discussion and debate at the AMA Victoria State Council level or where appropriate, raised with AMA Victoria management for immediate attention. For more information on how to get involved in your subdivisions, visit: https://amavic.com.au/about-us/ subdivisions AMAVictoria advisory and interest groups AMA Victoria provides trusted representation to the Victorian State Government on issues affecting medical practitioners. There are a range of opportunities for interested members to be involved in special interest groups, working groups, committees and government advisory groups to influence policy, drive reform and improve the health system for all Victorians. There are also opportunities to be involved at a federal level. We strongly encourage you to register your particular interests and expertise with AMA Victoria to ensure you can have your say in matters that arise that are relevant to you. Email [email protected] to register your interests and expertise. Furthermore, AMA Victoria always stands ready to advocate on behalf of members. Email [email protected] to raise a policy or advocacy issue you are experiencing and which you’d like to bring to our attention. Advocacy and Influence AMA VICTORIA MEMBERSHIP GUIDE 5