:PROPERTIES: :ID: 7326b1fd-0d86-4077-b1e5-ba8b4014c6de :END: #+title: 2014-04-17 * Independent Commissions Policy Brief :PROPERTIES: :CREATED: [2014-04-17 Thu 09:57] :MODIFIED: [2014-04-17 Thu 10:43] :IMPORTED: [2023-02-08 Wed 19:22] :END: Title of the paper Executive summary A description of the problem addressed; A statement on why the current approach/policy option needs to be changed; Our recommendations for action Context and importance of the problem A clear statement of the problem or issue in focus. A short overview of the root causes of the problem A clear statement of the policy implications of the problem which clearly establishes the current importance and policy relevance of the issue. Critique of policy option(s) A short overview of the policy option(s) in focus An argument illustrating why and how the current or proposed approach is failing. Policy recommendations A breakdown of the specific practical steps or measures that need to be implemented Sometimes also includes a closing paragraph re-emphasising the importance of action. Appendices Sources consulted or recommended Advocacy arguments Before May 11!!!! SPEND TIME ON YOUTUBE. WATCH THE BLACKBOX PROGRAMME! Introducing Yara and Marietje Amelia Andersdotter