Health Consumers Tasmania have a range of training opportunities coming up in Launceston and Hobart.

These free three-hour introductory sessions are designed for patients, carers and community members interested in getting involved with influencing change in health.

Topics covered include:

• What is consumer representation and why does it matter?

• Levels of engagement, from consultation to co-design

• Best practice principles

• Inclusion and accessibility

• Common challenges

This will also be an opportunity for you to meet and learn with and from other people interested in improving health services in your region through collaboration.