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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Golf Cart Safety Training at Rochester Institute of Technology
This PowerPoint presentation focuses on ensuring safe operation of golf carts at RIT to protect drivers and passengers. It covers the types of golf carts, differences between carts and cars, guidelines for usage, reading warning labels, driving restrictions, speed limits, and safety measures. The co
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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-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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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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RIT Oracle Employee Self-Service Information
Access RIT Oracle Employee Self-Service via https://myinfo.rit.edu for managing personal demographic details, updating contact information, adding bank accounts, changing tax withholding, accessing pay stubs, and opting out of a printed W2 form. The system provides detailed FAQs on banking, tax with
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How to Start Sharing Files on Google Drive with Your RIT Account
Learn how to access Google Drive with your RIT account credentials, create folders and files, share them with specific individuals or a wider audience, and explore different sharing options. Consider the pros and cons of sharing links with anyone or assigning access to specific users. Find out about
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Guide to Requesting and Accessing VMs on RLES Cloud
This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to request and access virtual machines (VMs) on RLES Cloud through RIT's main account. Learn how to select a Windows 10 VM from the catalog, enter request information, monitor VM creation progress, access VMs post-creation, ensure VM power status,
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Supporting Students with Disabilities at RIT: A Comprehensive Guide
Gain insights into supporting students with disabilities at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), focusing on academic adjustments, types of disabilities, communication of adjustments, and management of student needs. Discover the key roles, challenges, and considerations in providing equal acces
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Service and Assistance Animals Guidelines at RIT
Service and Assistance Animals Guidelines at RIT provide information on the definition of service and assistance animals, request procedures, expectations of animal and owner, and how to address concerns. The policy distinguishes between service animals trained to perform tasks for individuals with
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Guide to RIT Housing Selection Process
Complete the steps outlined in the RIT Housing Selection Process for the next school year. This includes completing the full academic year contract, requesting roommates, and selecting your housing online. Students currently residing in residence halls, Global Village, Greek Circle, on Co-op, leave
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Housing Renewal Information for RIT Students
Students living in RIT Inn, RIT apartments, or University Commons suites who wish to renew their housing contracts for the upcoming academic year must follow specific dates and procedures. Eligibility criteria include holding a space while on co-op or study abroad. Graduating students are not eligib
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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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Understanding FERPA Regulations at RIT - Important Information
Gain insights into the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). Discover the significance of FERPA, how it applies to you, what it protects, treatment records, and consent requirements for disclosing educational records. An insight
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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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Perks of Working at RIT: Educational Benefits and Dining Discounts
Professional Development Coordinator Stacey Davis highlights the various perks of working at RIT, including free undergraduate courses, discounted graduate programs, educational benefits for family members, Tiger Bucks for on-campus purchases, and a list of participating on-campus dining locations.
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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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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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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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Mastering Software Engineering and Data Science at RIT
Join the academic session at RIT to explore the Masters of Science programs in Software Engineering and Data Science. Discover the core content and unique overviews of each program, learn from faculty introductions, engage in open advising sessions, and understand the daily responsibilities of softw
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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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Capstone Production Experience: Challenges and Rewards in Game Development at RIT
Explore the intense journey of capstone production experience in game development at RIT, revealing the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of large-scale software development. Unravel the students' passion for building motivating games while facing the challenges of complex platforms and interdisci
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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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NSCAS High-Level Review and Growth Updates 2022-2023
NSCAS provides insights into growth estimates, general and alternate testing windows, optional windows, student participation goals, administration training schedules, and alignment for ELA and Mathematics for the 2022-2023 academic year. Updates on Estimated RIT, testing timelines, and score report
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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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Services and Functions of the Ombuds Office at RIT
The Ombuds Office at RIT provides confidential, impartial, and independent services for conflict resolution, consultation, and problem-solving to all members of the RIT Community. They address a wide range of concerns such as academic difficulties, fairness issues, interpersonal conflicts, harassmen
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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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