policy-communication

Business

Translate research findings into accessible policy briefs, presentations, and stakeholder communications

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Policy Communication Skill

Translate research findings into accessible policy briefs, presentations, and stakeholder communications.

Overview

The Policy Communication skill enables translation of research findings into accessible policy briefs, presentations, and stakeholder communications for effective knowledge transfer to decision-makers and non-academic audiences.

Capabilities

Policy Brief Writing

Executive summary
Key findings distillation
Recommendation development
Visual presentation
Accessible language

Stakeholder Communication

Audience analysis
Message tailoring
Engagement strategies
Relationship building
Feedback incorporation

Presentation Development

Slide design
Oral delivery
Q&A preparation
Visual storytelling
Impact messaging

Evidence Translation

Jargon elimination
Finding simplification
Implication clarification
Uncertainty communication
Action orientation

Dissemination Strategy

Channel selection
Timing optimization
Format selection
Reach maximization
Impact tracking

Usage Guidelines

When to Use

Informing policy decisions
Communicating to stakeholders
Sharing research findings
Advocating for evidence use
Building research impact

Best Practices

Know your audience
Lead with implications
Use plain language
Provide actionable recommendations
Follow up on engagement

Integration Points

Program Evaluation skill
Systematic Review skill
Causal Inference Methods skill
Academic Writing and Publication skill

References

Policy Brief Development process
Policy Impact Assessment process
Policy Research Analyst agent