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This opening section defines the context in which policy briefs are used. This frames an understanding of the role of the policy brief as a communication tool in a research-based advocacy process. Specifically, we cover the following: • Effective advocacy as dialogue • The target audience and realistic aim for a policy brief
Policy briefs can support policy-making processes at all stages: identifying and framing problems, formulating and implementing policies, and evaluating policy impact. There are significant differences between policy briefs and academic publications.5 Notably, policy briefs aim to support policy-making by
Policy briefs are rarely sufficient on their own to achieve a specific policy outcome. They are an effective tool for drawing the attention of policy influencers and decision makers to a specific issue and suggesting opportunities for policy development. But, in practice, a policy brief usually marks only the start of an influencing process.
A policy brief is a short, to the point, jargon free document written for non-specialists. It presents research or project findings to policy actors, highlighting the relevance of the specific research to policy and offering recommendations for change. Policy briefs are written for a variety of policy actors. Exactly who a policy brief
What is a Policy Brief? A Policy Brief is a short document that presents key fndings and recommendations arising from a piece of novel academic research. Policy briefs can be developed for audience (Parliamentary Select Committees, NGOs, advocacy groups, etc.) or for audience.
Typical policy briefs have four main functions: to explain and convey the urgency of the issue; to present policy recommendations or implications on the issue; to provide evidence to support the reasoning behind those recommendations; and to point the reader to additional resources on the issue.
1.1 What is a policy brief? 1.2 Structure and content of a brief. 1.3 Key components of an effective brief. 2. PLANNING A POLICY BRIEF. 2.1 Identifying target audiences . 2.2 Developing an overarching message. 2.3 Describing the problem. 2.4 Identifying policy recommendations or interventions.
