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