AVA Constitution Townhalls: Your Voice, Your AVA | Join the Conversation

Our Constitution has served the AVA for many years, but as the profession evolves, so too must the way we’re governed. Today, we’re finding that some of the structures that once supported us are now making it harder to respond quickly, represent the full breadth of the profession and support members in the way they expect. 

That’s why we’re progressing Stage 3 of the Constitution Reform. This isn’t change for the sake of it it’s about making sure our constitution reflects how the profession works today and where we’re headed next. The proposed reforms aim to: 

• Clarify member rights
• Create a fairer, more transparent Board structure 
• Reflect the diversity of roles and career stages across the profession
• Streamline decision-making by moving operational detail into policy

These changes are part of a broader journey to build a stronger, more inclusive AVA one that’s shaped by its members and ready for the future. 

To support engagement and feedback, we’re hosting a series of online Constitution Townhalls. 

Each session will focus on a key theme and give you the chance to ask questions, hear directly from the Constitution Reform Working Group (CRWG) and share your feedback before anything is finalised. 

Upcoming Townhalls 

Townhall 1: “Why Change the Constitution?” 

📅 Friday 27 June 2025 | 🕧 12:30–1:30pm AEST 
Understand what’s changing, what’s not and why these reforms matter now. 

Recap of first Townhall, including full recording

Townhall 2: Board Structure and Elections 
📅 Monday 7 July 2025 | 🕧 12:30–1:30pm AEST 
We’ll walk through the proposed Board model, election process and sector representation. 

Register for this event using this link  

Townhall 3: Policy and Member Categories 
📅 Wednesday 16 July 2025 | 🕧 6:00PM–7:00pm AEST 
Clarifying the proposal for what’s moving from the Constitution to policy and how member categories and participation rights are being strengthened. 

Register for this event using this link  

 
Want to get involved? 
We’d love to hear from you. Here’s how you can take part: 

✅ Register for a Constitution Townhall  27th June 2025 | 7th July 2025 | 16th July 2025 

✅ Send us your questions in advance using this form  
✅ Share your feedback anytime via constitutionfeedback@ava.com.au  

If you can’t attend live, that’s no problem. We’ll share key themes, questions and insights after each session so you can stay in the loop and continue to contribute. 

A copy of the Consultation Paper , Draft Nomination Committee and Frequently Asked Questions is available on the AVA website. We encourage all members to review and provide feedback before anything is finalised. 

This is your AVA. Let’s shape it together.