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This section provides guidance on determining and defining your issue brief topic.
Below we explain what content should be found in each section of the issue brief and how it should be formatted on the wiki:
Michael A. Dover, M.S.S.W., Ph.D., College Associate Lecturer, School of Social Work, Cleveland State University developed a guide to teach social work students how to research and present the PolicyOptions issue policy brief (with goal, problem, past policy and proposed policy sections). His guide integrates competencies in analyzing, formulating and advocating for social policies. Student briefs have been presented and have influenced current legislation and policy proposals.