A Policy Proposal will consist of: A) A List: of all significant policy makers (Personal
names and Titles must be listed) such as political, educational or religious leaders who can
actually influence or implement your proposal; You can also include Nongovernmental
Organizations (NGOs) and Media when relevant; there should be at least between five and ten
identified “change-makers” listed. (In the absence of personal networks, the internet, news
media or telephone is a primary, initial research “tool” in identifying and talking with experts
or interested policy makers.) B) Issue Identification: Under the subtitle of “The Issue,” you will
summarize your policy proposal in one or two sentences; C) A Paragraph Summary of the
Proposal. Specifically, you should address and answer: What is the essence of the proposal?
i.e.-the problem and the solution that I propose; D) Background: a one or two paragraph or
pages concerning the history and brief analysis of the problem and solution that your policy
proposal hopes to address. E) “Your Proposal:” Problems and Prospects: This is the actual
argument and text of your policy proposal (3-5 pages). This should also include a succinct explanation of the
different perspectives or options related to your proposal. F) Conclusion: A one paragraph or
page summary of your policy proposal and how it can help solve the issue you have selected.