Research-based Policy and Advocacy work in the 21st Century

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This course explores the intersection of research, policy-making, and advocacy in the 21st century. Students will learn how evidence-based research informs policy decisions, how advocacy campaigns are structured and executed, and how new technologies, data, and social media influence modern policy debates. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the policy-making process, the role of public opinion, and the strategic use of research in both local and global advocacy contexts.

What Will You Learn?

  • Understand the process of policy-making and how research influences it
  • Design advocacy campaigns and apply research for effective policy change
  • Analyze real-world case studies of successful and failed advocacy initiatives

Course Content

Chapter 1: Introduction to Policy and Advocacy
Overview: In this chapter, students will learn about the basics of policy and advocacy, their differences, and the regional context, specifically in ASEAN nations, in which these processes occur. The role of research in policy formation will also be examined. Skills Developed: Understanding Policy and Advocacy: Definitions and Differences The Role of Research (Evidence/Data) in Policy Formation The Regional Context of Policy and Advocacy in the 21st Century

  • Pre-Test
  • Introduction
  • Policy and Advocacy
  • Research in Policy-making and Advocacy
  • Activity #1: Discussion Forum
  • Policy Advocacy and Evidence-based Policy Making
  • Post-Test
  • Going the Extra Mile…

Chapter 2: The Policy-making process
Overview: In this chapter, students will explore the stages of policy development, the key actors involved, and how public opinion influences policy decisions. Skills Developed: Understanding Policy Stages Actor Identification in Policy Public Opinion Analysis

Chapter 3: Research Methodologies for Policy and Advocacy
Overview: In this chapter, students will learn about research methodologies including quantitative and qualitative methods, and how they apply to policy and advocacy. Skills Developed: Research Methodology Understanding Ethical Research Practices Focus Group Facilitation

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