In today’s fast-paced world, effective communication of complex ideas is paramount, particularly in the realms of policy and public discourse. Policy briefs and issue briefs serve as invaluable tools for succinctly conveying critical information, analysis, and recommendations to policymakers, stakeholders and the public. Understanding how to craft these documents with precision and clarity is essential for anyone involved in policymaking policy advocacy or policy research.
The 14-hour certificate course on writing Policy Briefs, Issue Briefs & Policy papers aims to equip participants with the necessary skills to navigate this specialised form of communication, enabling them to make compelling arguments, influence decision-makers and drive positive change.
Whether you are an aspiring policymaker, advocate, researcher, or communicator, mastering the art of writing policy documents is a crucial skill set that will empower you to shape conversations and drive meaningful policy outcomes effectively.
Upon successful completion of the course & its deliverables, participants will receive a digital certificate that highlights their newly acquired skills in policy writing. This certificate will be a valuable addition to your professional portfolio and LinkedIn profile, demonstrating your commitment to enhancing your policy writing abilities. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or professional, this certification will help you stand out in the competitive field of policy research and communication.
This course is designed to equip you with the essential skills needed for crafting clear, concise, and persuasive policy papers.
This course goes beyond theoretical learning by offering you the chance to engage in real-world applications. There will be Optional writing assignments give you the opportunity to showcase your learning & In-depth feedback from practitioners ensures your work is refined and meets industry standards.
Benefit from live sessions led by seasoned policy practitioners who bring a wealth of knowledge from their work in the policy field. Their expertise will guide you through every stage of policy writing, from understanding policy contexts to drafting comprehensive policy papers.
The course is delivered in weekend-only sessions with recordings available for those who miss a class or wish to review the material later. You can learn at your own pace without disrupting your regular commitments.
| TOPIC | DATE | TIME | INSTRUCTOR |
SESSION 1
| June 28th | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Meenuka Mathew |
SESSION 2
| June 29th | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Meenuka Mathew |
SESSION 3
| July 5th | 2:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Meenuka Mathew |
SESSION 4
| July 6th | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Chitresh Shrivastva |
SESSION 5
| July 12th | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Chitresh Shrivastva |
SESSION 6
| July 13th | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Chitresh Shrivastva |
SESSION 7
| July 19th | 2 Hours | Policy Communication Expert |
Meenuka Mathew is a Senior Research Fellow at the Jindal School of Government & Public Policy (JSGP). She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Humanities from Aquinas University, Colombo, Sri Lanka, and a Master’s degree in Public Policy from O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU), India.
Her research focuses on Refugee Economies, Transnational Migrants, Public Health & Policy Design, Evaluation, and Communication. She has extensively travelled and worked for international non-governmental organisations based in the Philippines, France, and Uganda. In Sri Lanka, she has worked in areas of programme design & evaluation. Her professional experience is mainly in programme design, teaching & research.
At JSGP, she works on research on Gulf migrants of India, Refugee economies in South Asia and COVID-19 & the Indian middle class. She also coordinates the NIHR Health Financing Fragmentation Study in India in collaboration with Imperial College, London, and JGU. She is also currently the Assistant Editor of the Jindal Journal of Public Policy. In 2019, she also co-founded Policy Talks, which focuses on Public Policy Education for school students.
Chitresh Shrivastva obtained his M.Phil. in Public Policy from JAIN (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, and his Masters in International Relations from CHRIST (Deemed to be University). He is currently associated with the Department of Media Studies, as an adjunct faculty at CHRIST (Deemed to be University).
He is also a member of the Alliance of Universities for the Development of High-Speed Railways, International Union of Railways, Paris. He has published papers on railway policies with publishers such as Cambridge Scholar Publishing, Palgrave Macmillan and Springer. His areas of research include Global and Domestic Railway Policies.
CPPR Academy Alumni – Rs 2,500 + GST
New Participants – Rs 3,000 + GST