Consumer representatives provide a consumer perspective to balance the views of health professionals and other stakeholders. They do not speak for all consumers.

Consumer representatives draw on the work of their consumer network, share information and are expected to keep them informed of their work. However, they usually do not have the authority to speak formally on behalf of their nominating organisation (e.g. In the case of CHF, only the Chair and CEO have this authority).

If you have any doubts, clarify your position with your nominating consumer organisation.