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olicy Brief and Advocacy Letter AssignmentBuilding on the topic the student used for the
first assignment, this assignment will require the student to write a one-page policy brief
and advocacy letter to be sent to their legislator. This assignment will be worth 40% of the
cumulative grade.A policy brief is used to convince the target audience of the urgency of the
current problem or policy concern and present the need to adopt the preferred alternative
or course of action outlined. It is commonly produced in response to a request directly from
a decision-maker (legislator) or within an organization that intends to advocate for the
position detailed in the brief.Efficient policy briefs include several common features. Those
features include:The brief is focused. All aspects discussed are focused on achieving the
intended audience to take the requested action.The brief is professional and not academic.
The usual audience is not interested in research or analysis conducted to produce the
evidence. Rather they are interested in knowing the writer’ s perspective on the problem
and potential solutions, based on NEW and convincing evidence.The brief should be
evidence-based. The policy brief serves as a communication tool produced by someone with
a vested interest in the policy (stakeholder), therefore the target audience will only be
convinced by arguments that are ed by evidence.The brief should also be concise. One page
documents are the ones most likely to be read by busy lawmakers and their legislative
teams.The format of the brief should be written as a one-page single spaced document. It
does not need to include a title page, running header, or abstract. However, all references
in-text and the reference list MUST be in APA format.The policy brief should include the
following components:An interesting title to attract the attention of the reader.A clear and
concise statement of the problem or issue.A short overview of the root causes of the
problem or issue.One to two recommendations with a least two rationales withing evidence
to validate the recommendations made. Evidence should come from scholarly journals, not
textbooks orNSG505AdvLetter.PolicyBrief1organization web sites. Three scholarly journal
articles are requiredto be used.• Finally, the conclusion with a summary of the action the
brief isrequesting.An advocacy letter is a way to influence the ideas and views of legislators
or decision makers within an organization. It allows the writer to maintain contact with the
legislator or decision maker, to keep the issue high on the priority list when the writer
cannot meet with them personally.The format of the advocacy letter should be written in a
standard letter format. Proper title and language should be used. It should not be more than
two pages long, as to increase the chances that the letter will be read by the legislator, his or
her staff or decision maker. Letters maybe mailed or sent electronically.The advocacy letter

2. should contain the following components:Addressing the Letter – If the letter is concerning
a Federal or State Bill or issue, it should be addressed to the Member of Congress or State
Legislator who represents the student or if the issue is more local, it should be addressed to
the decision makers who would be most concerned with the issue. Use the correct
salutation.Introduction – Introduce yourself and offer a concise statement about the reason
for the advocacy letter. If discussing a specific legislative bill, include the bill number.Health
Policy Issue – In one to two paragraphs, accurately describe the issues raised, provide a
clear position in favor of or opposed to, and offer specific examples of your concerns.
Personal stories work well here.Legislative or Advocacy Recommendations – Directly ask
for the action you are requesting. State why your position is important to that person and
the constituents he or she is associated with.Closing – Develop a closing statement and
provide your contact information for any follow-up questions or to act as a resource for
further information.You can find examples of each of these in your book. Once your
advocacy letter and policy brief has been reviewed by the faculty member, we encourage
you to send it to the person whom your letter is addressed.NSG505AdvLetter.PolicyBrief Do
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