Interactive Lab
Policy Advocacy Lab
Build an evidence-based advocacy strategy — analyze policy issues, gather evidence, develop strategies, and create action plans for meaningful policy change in South Asian development contexts.
Issue Analysis
Identify the policy issue, map the landscape, and analyze key decision-makers. Consider the political economy and windows of opportunity.
Policy Issue Definition
Consider: existing legislation, government schemes (MGNREGS, NRLM, PM-KISAN), related court orders, budget allocations
Key Decision-Makers
Evidence Building
Gather and organize evidence to support your advocacy. Strong evidence from multiple sources strengthens your position with policymakers.
Evidence Sources
Strategy Development
Choose advocacy approaches, map allies and opponents, and set SMART objectives for your campaign.
Advocacy Approaches
Select all approaches you plan to use in your advocacy strategy.
Stakeholder Mapping — Allies & Opponents
SMART Objectives
SMART = Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
Action Planning
Create a phased advocacy plan with activities, timelines, responsibilities, budgets, and success indicators.
Add Advocacy Action