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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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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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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Social entrepreneurship involves creating sustainable social impact, social enterprises address challenges in critical needs sectors, and social innovation focuses on developing effective solutions to social and environmental issues. These concepts emphasize creating social value while engaging with

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Chronic conditions like heart disease and cancer have multiple causes, not all biological. Social epidemiology studies the social distribution of health, morbidity, and mortality risk influenced by social status and conditions. Factors such as age, gender, race, socioeconomic status, and social cond

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This framework emphasizes the importance of addressing poverty in social work practice in Northern Ireland. It aims to help social workers recognize and respond to the impact of poverty on individuals, families, and communities. Poverty is identified as a major social injustice, and social work prof

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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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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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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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The social welfare policy in Pakistan originated in 1955 to address challenges like poverty, lack of education, health issues, inadequate housing, and social maladjustment. Starting with the influx of migrants post-independence in 1947, the policy aimed to establish social services and a welfare sta

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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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Social skills play a crucial role in how we communicate, interact, and form relationships with others. They are essential for personal, social, and professional success. Neglecting social skills can hinder mental health recovery, as they contribute to social recognition, acceptance, and building soc

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Child Rights Impact Assessment (CRIA) is a crucial procedure recommended by the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child to predict the impact of policy proposals on children's human rights. This assessment helps in identifying policy alternatives that are more consistent with child rights, involving

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Medical Social Work, also known as Health Care Social Work, plays a crucial role in addressing the social, physical, and psychological needs of patients. Through providing case work, after-care, and convalescence services, Medical Social Workers contribute to reducing hospital readmissions, preventi

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Social legislation is inspired by the constitution and aims to remove discrimination, safeguard rights of vulnerable groups, and eradicate social evils. It plays a crucial role in social welfare by providing a legal basis for addressing societal issues, enhancing community well-being, and facilitati

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Social case work process involves three main phases: Social Study, Social Diagnosis, and Social Treatment. The Social Study phase focuses on acquiring facts about the client's situation, while Social Diagnosis involves the professional opinion of the case worker towards a solution. Social Treatment

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Methods of social work encompass various approaches aimed at enhancing social functioning and addressing problems in individuals and communities. These methods are categorized into primary and secondary methods, each serving different purposes in the field. Primary methods involve direct interaction

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Social work and social welfare are often used interchangeably, but there are distinct differences between the two. Social work involves highly trained professionals providing services to individuals and communities in need, using problem-solving methods. On the other hand, social welfare focuses on

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Social welfare and social work are interconnected concepts aimed at enhancing societal well-being. Social welfare refers to a nation's system of programs and services meeting essential needs, while social work involves professional activities supporting individuals and communities in achieving socia

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Social entrepreneurship involves individuals known as social entrepreneurs who focus on addressing social, cultural, or environmental issues without the sole aim of making profits. These enterprises operate with the goal of creating a social impact rather than prioritizing financial gain. Social ent

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Explore the concepts of social innovation and change in the context of societal and economic development. Delve into the key principles of social innovation, its impact on society, and the characteristics that define a practice as a social innovation. Understand the complexity of assessing and analy

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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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Emilia-Romagna Region in Italy highlights the importance of social economy and innovation for sustainable development. Various initiatives such as Social Cooperatives and Voluntary Associations contribute to the region's social well-being. The focus on social values and not-for-profit activities dri

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Explore the reasons behind students lacking social skills in school settings and analyze the challenges some face even after receiving social skills instruction. Discover the key social skills required for appropriate interactions and the importance of social competence for overall well-being. Delve

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Social enterprises play a crucial role in the delivery of public services, with a focus on social missions and employing business approaches. This study explores the resilience of social enterprises in Scotland, examining factors such as diverse perceptions of social enterprise, resilience indicator

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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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EU social policies are guided by the principle of subsidiarity, ensuring decisions are made close to the citizens. The EU's role is to set framework conditions and compensatory programs, while social policy largely remains the responsibility of individual member states. The Union can act in a policy

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Social neuroscience delves into how the brain processes social interactions and their impact on human well-being. It focuses on the interconnectedness between social connections and overall life satisfaction, suggesting that humans are inherently social beings with a strong need for social belonging

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This collection of content emphasizes the importance of social connection in human society, exploring why people are social animals and the benefits of being social. It delves into dimensions of our ultra-social behavior, early life experiences, attachment styles like secure attachment, and the impa

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The development and implementation of social entrepreneurship practices in Bulgaria aim to promote social inclusion through the development of the social economy. The focus is on combining economic results with social objectives, managed transparently with measurable, positive financial value. Vario

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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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This research focuses on mining diverse social entities from linked data in social networks using a DF-tree structure and DF-growth mining algorithm. The study explores the extraction of important linked data in social networks and the mining of various social entities such as friends. Prominence va

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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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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, 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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The Social Open Method of Coordination (OMC) is a voluntary political cooperation process that focuses on agreeing on policy goals, common objectives, and measuring progress with common indicators. It involves stakeholder collaboration, integration of economic and social policies, and promoting soci

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Social geography is a branch of human geography focusing on social structures, groups, and activities. It examines the spatial arrangement of social phenomena, social differences, and patterns in understanding socially defined population groups. The scope of social geography includes analyzing spati

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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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The Lithuanian Centre for Social Sciences (LCSS) is hosting the DEFEN-CE project kickoff meeting at the University of Helsinki, focusing on social dialogue in defense of vulnerable groups in post-COVID-19 labor markets. The project aims to explore the role of social dialogue in addressing employment

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Discover the unique Bachelor of Sociology and Social Policy program at Trinity College Dublin, delving into social theory, social policy, and social research. Uncover topics like poverty, inequality, homelessness, and more, with modules focusing on social policies and sociology theories that shape s

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