Bridging the gap: strengthening science-policy interfaces in agricultural research
Description Many researchers and research projects aim to influence policy processes through their findings. However, within research organisations, a clear understanding of how policy making functions, which policy domains and levels to target, and how to effectively engage policy makers remains limited. These competencies are rarely part of formal training, and relevant knowledge is often tacit, experiential, and not easily accessible. Navigating science-policy interfaces is as much an art as it is a practice grounded in evidence.
This workshop seeks to explore the dynamics of science-policy interaction and equip researchers with practical insights to enhance the visibility and influence of their work. It will draw on lessons learned from projects within the BMFTR-supported consortium of partners in the “sustainable land management in Sub-Saharan Africa” programme, and from IDOS as a major German think tank. Additionally selected policy makers from Germany and an African partner countries will be invited to share their perspectives experiences and insights. The workshop aims to identify effective pathways for bridging research and policy in the context of sustainable development.
Main purpose of the workshop Participants have a clearer picture of the processes of policy making, of windows of opportunities and of instruments to influence it. It continuous to build the competencies of the participants to improve the impact of agricultural research in developing countries.
