It’s true, AMSA has always had problems communicating with its members, Council and to the general public.

When it comes to Council members, AMSA Reps and MedSoc Presidents, a more targeted approach through a proactive National Coordinator is what we need. This includes regular phone and email contact with each of the reps, a weekly digest highlighting what the exec is doing, what needs to be done, and by whom. It means we will package information to Reps and Presidents so we’re not bombarding them with emails, but also contacting them as much as we need to get the feedback and input we need. Transparency is also important, and that’s why we will distribute summaries of our weekly exec minutes to Reps and Presidents.

Huddle has had a modest start to life, but there are still quite a number of teething problems we will help to sort out so we can use it to its maximum potential. Clearly, where it is not so good is in terms of disseminating information – particularly time critical information. Where it is better suited is in terms of policy discussion, and seeking input on reports, submissions and the like. We will therefore shift its use to become more of a forum for discussion and debate, and this ties in perfectly with our proposed Standing Committee structure, each of which will have a dedicated Huddle workspace.