The McKinnon Institute is Australia’s only organisation dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness of our political leadership by building the capability of our federal, state and territory members of parliament. The McKinnon Institute is not-for-profit and non-partisan. It’s a partnership between Monash University, one of Australia’s and the world’s leading education and research institutions, and the Susan McKinnon Foundation. Our programs support MPs in parliament and in the community. High quality leadership is critical. Political leaders drive policies that respond to current challenges, and shape Australia’s future. Our programs deliver on the McKinnon Institute’s promise to provide training for Australian MPs that is tailored, relevant and attractive. It provides insight and knowledge that will serve MPs throughout their political careers.