SUPPORT Tools for Evidence-Informed Health Policymaking (STP) 15: Engaging the Public in Evidence-Informed Policymaking

Oxman, A. D., Lewin, S., Lavis, J. N., & Fretheim, A. (2009). SUPPORT Tools for evidence-informed health Policymaking (STP) 15: Engaging the public in evidence-informed policymaking. Health Research Policy and Systems, 7 Suppl 1(Suppl 1), S15. https://doi.org/10.1186/1478-4505-7-S1-S15

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Description

This tool addresses strategies for engaging the media, civil society and the public to support evidence-informed policy making (EIPM).

Steps for Using Method/Tool

The tool guides users through three questions:

  1. What strategies can be used when working with the mass media to inform the public regarding policy development and implementation?
  2. What strategies can be used when working with civil society groups to inform and engage them in policy development and implementation?
  3. What methods can be used to involve consumers in policy development and implementation?

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