Policy 101: an introduction to public policymaking in the EU and US

Abstract

Navigating the rules, processes, and venues through which public policy is made can seem daunting. But public participation in these processes is a crucial part of democratic governance. With a general understanding of when, where, and how to engage in policymaking, anyone can become a policy advocate. This tutorial will introduce some of the most common US (federal and state) and EU policymaking processes and provide guidance to experts in other domains (such as data and computer science) who want to get involved in policymaking. We will discuss the practical considerations involved in identifying and choosing among policymaking opportunities and discuss how to maximize the impact of policymaking interventions. This tutorial is intended to be interactive and will be improved by audience participation and questions.