It is especially important to talk with any other consumer representatives on the committee and on related committees, to see what their opinions are on a particular issue. Importantly, you share ideas on important issues, discuss why they are important, and what outcomes are desirable.

If you are on a committee which is part of a structure with many levels of sub-committees and working parties, it is extremely important to have a good network with other consumer representatives within the structure.

Ask your nominating organisation or the Committee Secretariat to supply you with a list of names of other consumer representatives and a chart of the committee structure.