Policy in Action: Begins with compelling examples of public policies that have shaped society, highlighting both positive and negative impacts (e.g., environmental regulations, healthcare reforms, education policies).

Program Overview: An outline of the learning objectives and emphasize the importance of citizen engagement in the public policy process.

Stages of Policy Making: An exploration of the stages of the policy cycle:

1. Agenda Setting: How issues become prioritized for policy action.

2. Policy Formulation: Developing policy proposals and alternatives.

3. Policy Adoption: The process of formally approving a policy.

4. Policy Implementation: Putting the policy into action.

5. Policy Evaluation: Assessing the effectiveness and impact of a policy.

Key Actors: Open dialogue about the roles of various stakeholders in the policy process:

1. Government: Legislators, executives, and agencies.

2. Civil Society: Non-governmental organizations, advocacy groups, and citizens.

3. Experts and Researchers: Providing evidence and analysis to inform policy decisions.

4. Media: Influencing public opinion and shaping the policy agenda.

Policy Goals and Objectives: Identification of the intended goals and objectives of a policy.

Target Population and Impact: An analysis of who is affected by the policy and how.

Cost-Benefit Analysis: An examination of the costs and benefits of a policy, considering economic, social, and environmental factors.

Implementation Challenges: Identification of potential challenges and barriers to effective policy implementation.

Evaluation Methods: Exploration of methods for evaluating the effectiveness and impact of a policy.

Advocacy Strategies: Open discussions about the various advocacy strategies, including:

1. Lobbying: Directly influencing policymakers through meetings, letters, and campaigns.

2. Grassroots Organizing: Mobilizing citizens and building coalitions to support policy change.

3. Public Awareness Campaigns: Raising awareness about policy issues through media, social media, and public events.

4. Research and Evidence-Based Advocacy: Using data and research to support policy arguments.

Effective Communication: Emphasis placed on the importance of clear, concise, and persuasive communication in advocating for policy change.

Informed Participation: Encourages citizens to stay informed about policy issues, participate in public consultations, and exercise their voting rights.

Holding Officials Accountable: Open dialogue about the importance of holding elected officials and government agencies accountable for their policy decisions.

Collaborative Solutions: Promotes a collaborative approach to policy-making, recognizing the value of diverse perspectives and working together to find solutions to shared challenges.