The essentials of submitting a procurement package, including required documents, resources for guidance, and what to expect next. Join the webinar on December 15, 2022, presented by Seth Custer, Division Chief of VHA R&D Contracting Division.

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Overview of the LGBTQ+ community and their healthcare needs. It discusses the VHA LGBTQ+ Health Program's mission, policies, and programming, including transgender and gender diverse care. It also covers national VHA policies for LGBTQ+ care and the importance of addressing sexual orientation and ge

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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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VHA's REBOOT initiative aims to reduce employee burnout and enhance organizational thriving by implementing actions in seven priority focus areas. The focus areas include optimizing meeting practices and TMS education/training. VHA seeks to create a workplace where every employee can find purpose, f

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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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Explore key aspects of VA Central IRB approval, continuing review for multi-site projects, process structure, changes in documentation, and future updates. Learn about criteria for approval, VHA policy compliance, informed consent requirements, and more.

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This presentation covers key aspects of managing chest pain cases, including focused assessments, implementing protocols, responding to cardiac arrest, and facilitating effective communication. It discusses the importance of VHA Directive 1177 and various guidelines to improve patient outcomes in ac

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Participants will learn about criteria for Veteran eligibility for healthcare services in the VHA system, enrollment steps, priority groups, and characteristics of service. Veterans can apply for benefits electronically via eBenefits or in person. Veteran healthcare services are provided as a benefi

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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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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 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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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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Explore the fundamentals of Managerial Cost Accounting (MCA) and Decision Support System (DSS) in the context of VHA Homeless Programs and the Office of Finance. Learn about labor mapping, data sources, database structures, major categories of data, and the significance of cost centers, departments,

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This informational guide delves into the world of Relative Value Units (RVUs) in optometry coding and billing within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). Learn about RVU-based productivity measurement, the importance of proper coding practices, and the impact on resource allocation. Discover th

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The presentation discusses the implementation of VHA Directive 1200.13 concerning financial conflicts of interest and outside compensation for performance in VA research. It outlines key responsibilities for various roles, submission requirements for conflict of interest statements, training program

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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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Update on the significant changes in the Revised Common Rule and Proposed VHA Directive 1200.05, focusing on the impact on the IRB, membership, functions, and review of research. Details provided on the status of the Revised Common Rule, VHA Handbook 1200.05, and applicability of pre-2018 and 2018 r

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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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The presentation highlights the prevalence and healthcare utilization of migraine headaches in women veterans served by the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) from 2008 to 2021. It covers data on the number of women veterans with headaches, demographics including race/ethnicity and age distributio

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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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The article discusses the changing roles of the VA Research & Development Committee in light of VHA Directive 1200.01. It covers the rationale behind revising committee responsibilities, strategies for exempt research functions, the importance of VA R&D Committee, and the major shift in responsibili

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Explore the potential VHA policy changes that can streamline IRB and R&D committee responsibilities to better serve veterans while upholding the VA's mission. Delve into questions concerning beneficial and challenging policy changes, the need for a single R&D committee model, and considerations on t

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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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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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Learn how the VA and DOD collaborate to facilitate a successful transition for soldiers turning veterans. Explore programs like Soldier For Life-Transition Assistance, collaborations between DOD, VHA, and VBA, and initiatives for underserved populations such as Mental Health Executive Order and supp

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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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A town hall Q&A session hosted by ORPP&E, ORO, and VHA Privacy on January 15, 2019, focusing on privacy, information security, and research protocols in healthcare. The session features key presenters discussing responsibilities of Privacy Officers and Information Security Officers in light of VHA D

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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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The VA's Reimbursement Agreements with the Indian Health Service (IHS) and Tribal Health Programs (THP) provide payment to facilities for direct care services for eligible American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Veterans. These agreements promote collaboration, choice of provider, no copayments, no ou

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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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This post discusses the disclosure authorities and relationship among federal privacy laws and regulations for VHA data, highlighting the statutes that govern VHA records, the requirements for valid HIPAA authorization in research, and the future use of sensitive personal information. It emphasizes

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This presentation delves into the mission, core values, history, and benefits provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), emphasizing its commitment to serving veterans and their families. It covers the origins of VA, its core values of Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellen

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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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Explore the complexities of hoarding disorder and how it intertwines with animal hoarding behavior. Delve into the characteristics, practical tips, and service interventions related to hoarding. Learn from Cheryl Perera, Director of New Ventures & Community Programs at VHA Home HealthCare, about the

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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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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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