From Research to Impact: A Toolkit for Developing Effective Policy Briefs

From Research to Impact: A Toolkit for Developing Effective Policy Briefs

Developed in April 2021 by the Fraser Mustard Institute for Human Development Policy Bench at the request of the Leong Centre, this document serves to support researchers in communicating research findings and knowledge effectively and concisely with maximum impact. One of the tools to accomplish this translation of knowledge is a policy brief, and this toolkit provides an informative guide for researchers on the development of effective policy briefs to communicate research findings to policymakers to support evidence-informed decision-making.

The learning objectives for this toolkit are:

• Understand the difference between a policy brief and other types of knowledge translation tools and publications
• Determine which type of policy brief is most appropriate and how to present the research findings based on the objective
• Review the common components and structure of an effective policy brief
• Learn how to write specific policy recommendations and implications based on the evidence
• Consider other components that complete the document, such as visual aids and formatting
• Begin planning a broader dissemination process for your completed research study

Read the full document here: https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Policy-Toolkit-Final-v2-Apr27.pdf