Translating Community Research into Policy — Checklist

15 items · Health · Medium difficulty · 30 min

Turn community research into effective national policies for women's SRHR.

• Set specific policy objectives

  Define the change you want, target population, and timeline.

• Form a community research-to-policy team

  Include women living with HIV, researchers, advocates, and service providers.

• Map relevant stakeholders
• List government contacts

  Include names, roles, and up-to-date contact details.

• List community leaders and service providers

  Include clinics, advocacy groups, peer supporters, and networks.

• Ensure participant safety and confidentiality

  Protect identities, obtain informed consent, and minimize risks.

• Collect and summarize local research findings

  Gather data, case studies, service gaps, and community testimony.

• Translate findings into clear policy messages

  Frame recommendations in plain language with key data points.

• Draft a concise policy brief

  Limit to 1–2 pages with clear asks, evidence, and suggested actions.

• Share the brief with stakeholders for feedback

  Circulate to partners and community members and incorporate input.

• Submit the final policy brief to target policy-makers

  Use email, official submission channels, and personal delivery when possible.

• Plan community-led advocacy activities

  Schedule meetings, outreach, media, and public engagement opportunities.

• Train spokespeople from affected communities

  Practice messaging, safety protocols, and Q&A handling.

• Monitor policy windows and decision timelines

  Track consultations, committee dates, and funding cycles.

• Track impact and refine the approach

  Document responses, policy shifts, and next steps for follow-up.

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