THE podcast: the secrets of effective policy engagement – from two academics who have worked in government
Two academics who are steeped in policy expertise, having worked in government in the UK and US, share practical insights on what works when trying to get research before the eyes of decision-makers
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Hear from two academic policy experts, one in the US and one in the UK, who discuss the most effective ways that researchers can share their expertise with politicians and civil servants.
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David Garcia is a professor with Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College at Arizona State University. Prior to joining ASU, he helped found the Arizona Center for Public Policy – ThinkAZ, and he was worked as an associate superintendent and a director of research and policy with Arizona Department of Education. He is also a former legislative staffer with the Arizona State Senate and was the 2018 Democratic candidate for governor of Arizona.
Michael Sanders is a professor of public policy at King’s College London and director of the School for Government. In addition to his academic career, he has worked in government as chief scientist on the Behavioural Insights Team and was the founding chief executive of What Works for Children’s Social Care.
For more advice and insight on how best to engage policymakers with your research, take a look at our latest spotlight guide: An academics’ guide to policy impact.
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