Learning Uncut 157: APS L&D Community of Practice – Adam Le Nevez and Adrian Manning
Nov 4, 2024
In this discussion, Adrian Manning, a steward of the Australian Public Service Academy's learning community, and Adam Le Nevez, who focuses on learning evaluation, share insights on fostering collaboration among L&D teams across over 100 agencies. They tackle the challenges of building capabilities in a decentralized system with a large workforce. The conversation emphasizes creating a safe space for practitioners to connect, share best practices, and evolve organically. They also highlight the importance of community-led initiatives for effective professional development.
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APS Academy's System Role
- The APS Academy energizes and connects over 100 diverse L&D teams across agencies.
- It focuses on common public service capabilities rather than delivering all training itself.
Community Size and Reach
- The APS L&D Community of Practice (CoP) has about 1,200 members across 100 agencies.
- Membership is slowly growing and includes some state and territory government members.
Foster Organic Peer Connection
- Create a safe, peer-to-peer space that enables members to share and learn at their own pace.
- Use channels like online forums, Coffee Roulette, and face-to-face meetups to encourage organic interaction.