Decolonising Approach to Policy Impact: Lessons for Research Culture
Engaging with policy in Global South countries and addressing power imbalances and historical complexities is crucial in policy impact and research culture. The Institute for Policy and Engagement at the University of Nottingham focuses on decolonising policies and research practices to promote equi
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Practical Guide to Writing Policy Briefs for Research Engagement with Policy Makers
Effective communication with policy makers is essential for influencing policy decisions. This practical guide offers advice on creating high-quality policy briefs based on research evidence, providing tools and indicators to measure impact.
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Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Policy Overview
This overview highlights the Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) Policy promoted by the Department of Personnel Management in Papua New Guinea. The policy aims to ensure fair participation of disadvantaged individuals in employment and opportunities, along with social inclusion to realize the
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Understanding Nerves and Muscles Physiology: Lecture Insights by Dr. Amar AL-Musawi MD, PhD
Delve into the intricacies of cardiac action potential, mechanism of action potential propagation, rhythmicity in excitable tissues, and the crucial concept of refractory period. Explore how voltage-gated channels influence the duration of action potential and learn about the spontaneous generation
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Overview of Policy Service Node (PSN) Architecture
The Policy Service Node (PSN) architecture consists of various key components such as Policy Administration Node (PAN), Monitoring Node (MnT), Inline Posture Node (IPN), and Multi-Function Node. These components work together to enable efficient policy management and network monitoring within a netw
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Understanding Policy Analysis Process in Health Administration
Policy analysis involves providing informed advice to clients on public policy decisions, including recommended courses of action based on identified issues and problem statements. This process entails defining the problem, exploring options, and making recommendations to address public policy chall
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Action Tank: Empowering Civic Engagement in Cincinnati
Action Tank, co-founded by Ioanna Paraskevopoulos, aims to re-engage residents of Cincinnati through arts and policy research. With a focus on community empowerment, they provide free policy research and technical assistance, partnering with artists to promote new public policy solutions at the loca
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Understanding Policy-Making Process for Health Improvement
Policy-making involves defining policy, recognizing its complex nature, identifying windows of opportunity, and framing health issues. The policy-making cycle includes stages like agenda setting, formulation, and implementation. Alignment of problems, policies, and politics is crucial for effective
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Effective Writing and Policy Briefs: Enhancing Impact in Policy-making
A policy brief is a compelling document designed to influence decision-makers by outlining policy alternatives and courses of action. Discover the value of policy briefs, effective characteristics, and strategies for agenda setting and policy formulation in this comprehensive module.
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Understanding Theories of the Policy Cycle in Policy Analysis
The policy cycle theory describes the evolution of policy issues from inception to evaluation, impacting scientific research and policy formulation. It outlines stages from the 1950s, influenced by Lasswell's seven-stage model, serving as a framework for organizing policy processes. Despite the line
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Evolution of Public Policy Implementation Studies
Implementation studies focus on policy change and translating policies into action. These studies emerged in the 1970s in the United States, with different generations highlighting the challenges and approaches to policy implementation. The evolution of top-down, bottom-up, and hybrid theories in im
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National Youth Policy 2030 Presentation to the Portfolio Committee
The National Youth Policy 2030 presentation provides an update on the approved policy, focusing on the youthful population in South Africa and the importance of youth development. The policy aims to address past injustices and current challenges, empowering young people to drive positive change. Pas
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Understanding Public Policy-Making Process in Government
Explore the intricacies of public policy-making in government administration, focusing on the importance of providing equal access to basic services for all citizens. Delve into the nature of public policy, factors influencing policy-making, and the procedural aspects involved, including planning, o
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Green Industrial Innovation Policy Making in Europe by Reinilde Veugelers
Shifting economies towards green industrial innovation in Europe is a significant transformation that requires reconciling various objectives like decarbonization, economic growth, job creation, and global competitiveness. The role of innovation in green industrial policy is crucial for delivering n
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Challenges in Policy Implementation and Lessons Learned
The content discusses the challenges faced in policy implementation, focusing on the gap between policy design and execution. It highlights key steps in policy-making, reasons for implementation failures, and factors influencing successful policy outcomes. Examples from Zambia's National Science and
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Rethinking Policy Problems from a Political Perspective
Explore how policy problems are framed and understood, emphasizing the political implications of problem construction within policies. Discuss broader concepts of governance beyond traditional institutions, highlighting the role of societal administration in governing practices. Challenge convention
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Unpacking the RIA Process for Effective Policy Implementation
Delve deeper into the RIA process to understand its technical capacity and policy implications. This group exercise focuses on setting clear objectives, analyzing key policy issues, and creating a mock RIA process template tailored to the Indian context. Participants explore real-world problem-solvi
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Understanding Affirmative Action: Origins and Criticisms
Affirmative Action was first proposed in the US by President John F. Kennedy in 1961 to combat discrimination. It aimed to prevent discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. This policy evolved into two forms: Strong Affirmative Action, which involves preferential treat
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Analyzing Climate Change Policy and Institutions in Saint Lucia and Trinidad and Tobago
Key findings from piloting a Caribbean process focused on improving the capacity for effective climate change adaptation policy and action in Saint Lucia and Trinidad and Tobago. The project aims to enhance understanding, capacity building, and participatory climate change policy development in Cari
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Positive Action Policy for Inclusive Recruitment at Westminster City Council
Reminder of Westminster City Council's Positive Action Policy for all Band 4 and above roles, emphasizing the importance of diversity in recruitment processes, mandatory training on unconscious bias and inclusive recruitment, and guidance for hiring managers on implementing positive action practices
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Compass Commission: Public Policy in Chile Based on Rigorous Scientific Evidence
The Compass Commission, initiated by the Ministry of Planning of Chile in collaboration with J-PAL, aimed to identify social policy challenges in Chile and propose innovative public policies for evaluation through randomized control trials. The initiative involved academic members, international and
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Understanding Membrane Potential and Action Potentials in Excitable Cells
Membrane potential, resting potential, and action potentials play crucial roles in the functioning of excitable cells like neurons, muscle cells, and endocrine cells. Voltage-gated channels, depolarization, and repolarization are key processes involved in generating and propagating action potentials
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Implementation of Cell Phone Policy to Improve English Grades at Richwoods High School
Implementation of a cell phone policy at Richwoods High School was driven by the need to enhance English grades and academic performance. The policy aims to reduce distractions and disruptions caused by non-academic cell phone use in classrooms. Results from previous semesters showed significant imp
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San Diego Environmental Health Corrective Action Programs Overview
In the County of San Diego, the Department of Environmental Health oversees Corrective Action programs for permitted facilities. This includes the Corrective Action Designation, SAM Programs, exclusions from Corrective Action, and sources of Corrective Action cases. The program covers releases from
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Raw Materials Policy of the Czech Republic: History, Modernization, and Challenges
The Raw Materials Policy of the Czech Republic has undergone significant changes and challenges throughout its history. From the approval of the previous policy in 1999 to the recent modernization efforts in 2015, political and environmental factors have played a crucial role in shaping the current
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Theories and Strategies for Effective Policy Change
Explore the intricacies of strategic planning, outcome mapping, change theories, policy windows, and more in the realm of policy entrepreneurship and advocacy. Learn about key concepts such as large leaps theory, policy streams theory, and how think tanks can influence policy decision-making process
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Life Insurance Policy Details - How It Works, Plan Specifications, Benefits, and More
This detailed document provides information about a life insurance policy, including premium payment options, sum assured details, policy benefits in case of death, maturity benefits, plan features, waiting periods, and more. It outlines the policy specifications, age limits, premium payment terms,
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Morality in UK Drug Policy: Policy Constellations Analysis
Morality plays a significant role in shaping drug policy in the UK, as revealed by the research conducted by Professor Alex Stevens at the University of Kent. The study investigates the moral commitments underlying different policy positions in UK drug policy debates, highlighting five ethico-politi
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Evolution of Public Policy: From Seeds Sown in 1940s to Academic Discipline in Social Science
The lives of citizens are shaped by public policies, often unnoticed. The analysis of current public policy in America carries a unique 20th-century essence. Beginning in the 1940s, these policy seeds have profoundly influenced government and academic institutions. By the early 1950s, public policy
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Industrial Policy: The Old and The New - Insights by Dani Rodrik
Industrial policy, as presented by Dani Rodrik in May 2019, emphasizes the importance of empirical work, the differences between old and new policies, and the targets industrial policy should focus on. The theoretical arguments for industrial policy highlight market imperfections, learning spillover
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Enhancing Policy Making: Options for Governments - An OECD Perspective
Various tools and approaches are discussed to improve policy making, including foresight, cost-benefit analysis, and regulatory tools. The changing context of policy challenges is highlighted, along with the OECD policy toolkit's modular approach. Strategies like talking to leaders, engaging stakeho
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Updated Petty Cash Policy Guidelines
Updated Petty Cash Policy Guidelines introduced by Andrea Sexton, Associate Director of Policy and Business Process at the University Financial Policy Office in April 2016. The key changes include new recommendations on the use and balances of petty cash accounts, streamlined procedures for account
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Understanding Government Tools for Economic Stability
The government uses fiscal and monetary policies to stabilize the economy. Fiscal policy involves Congress's actions through government spending or taxation changes, while monetary policy is driven by the Federal Reserve Bank. Discretionary fiscal policy involves new bills designed to adjust aggrega
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Issues in Watershed Management: Policy, Legal, and Community Participation
Policy and legal frameworks play a crucial role in enhancing community participation in watershed management. Understanding policy impacts, participatory processes, and implementation strategies are key for effective management planning. Definitions of policy, its components, and what it is not are
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Understanding Policy Formulation: Key Concepts and Approaches
Policy formulation is a crucial step in the policy-making process, involving identifying and crafting policy alternatives to address various issues. This phase requires participants to define policy problems, develop alternatives, and select the most feasible solutions based on criteria such as feas
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Policy Labs and Policy Prototypes 2024: How to Get Involved and Submit Bids
Explore opportunities to contribute to Policy Labs and Policy Prototypes in 2024. Engage in collaborative projects to find innovative policy solutions for local government challenges. Learn how to submit Bids and express your interest in leading or participating in these initiatives.
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Understanding Policy Making Process in Health Systems
Explore the stages of policy making, the role of policy champions, and opportunities for policy change in the health sector. Learn about the National Health Systems Resource Centre in India and its objectives in supporting policy development and implementation. Gain insights into the frameworks, div
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Microsimulation Modelling to Inform Policy Debate: The Case of SWITCH
This presentation discusses the usage of the SWITCH microsimulation model to inform policy debates by simulating the impact of tax and welfare policy reforms on household incomes and work incentives. It covers the areas investigated using SWITCH, selected users of SWITCH research, and the role of SW
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Climate Action Project - Inspiring Change in Schools
Urgent climate change issues were explored this week, emphasizing the importance of everyone's involvement. The impact of climate change on Earth and the significance of climate justice were highlighted. Climate anxiety and global solutions were discussed, emphasizing that personal actions can lead
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UNMAS Presentation on Mine Action and Humanitarian Assistance
In a presentation by Sarah Marshall, Chief of the Geneva Office at the United Nations Mine Action Service, the 55th Graduate Study Programme was discussed, highlighting the crucial role of UNMAS in saving lives, supporting peace initiatives, and managing explosive threats. The presentation covered U
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