Join us for an engaging training session on Policy Commons, the world's most comprehensive policy database, with over 17 million reports from 41,000 think tanks, agencies, governments. It provides resources across various fields including economics, health, environment, and education.

This session will provide an in-depth exploration of the platform’s features, including advanced search strategies, research tools, and ways to stay updated on key policy topics. Please, confirm your participation by registering with the link below. 

AGENDA:

Introduction & Overview (5 minutes)

• A brief introduction to Policy Commons, its purpose, and how it supports research in policy studies, social sciences, and related fields.

Exploring Policy Commons (40 minutes)

• Navigating the Collection – Understanding the scope of grey literature and policy research available on the platform.

• Effective Searching – Strategies to quickly find relevant materials using advanced search techniques like following custom searches, using proximity search, Boolean operators, and more. 

• Research Tools & Features – How to create curated lists, set up alerts for new content, extract data from tables, and follow key sources.

Q&A & Closing (10-15 minutes)

• Open discussion for questions, clarifications, and additional tips to enhance research efficiency.

• All participants who attend the training will be given a certificate.                                                                                                                                                                 

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your research skills and make the most of Policy Commons!