Scientists and policymakers are often seen as coming from two different worlds with fundamentally different experiences, goals, expectations, problem-solving approaches, and communication methods. These differences can lead to missed opportunities for co‑creating solutions, result in an erosion of trust between research and policy communities, and ultimately diminish the extent to which scientific evidence is taken up and integrated into legislation. 

As a Knowledge Broker, I can help bridge the gap between research and policy by communicating specific policy needs and interests to the relevant research teams and synthesising and translating scientific evidence to make it accurate, clear, contextualised, and useful.

​Translation Services for Scientists

For research to have an impact on the policymaking process, it must first be communicated and understood. I can help your research team to better understand your target audience and ensure that your information is presented to policymakers in a way that is comprehensible, concise, and useful to policymakers.

Science-policy translation for your team could include targeted help on a specific initiative like a policy brief, broader input such as an overarching policy communication strategy or guidelines, or on-call support.

​Translation Services for Policymakers

The information provided by the research community is often too technical, long, or irrelevant to the policy question being asked. I can support those working on policy and legislation by synthesising, translating, and contextualising scientific reports into clear, actionable language your team can integrate and use. 

I can also help your team in scoping research relevant to your policy area and, when necessary, reaching out to the scientific community so that you can communicate with them directly.   

If you have a specific request or would like to discuss the options available, please feel free to contact me for more information. 

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