Supporting evidence-based policy on biodiversity and ecosystem services: recommendations for effective policy briefs. (30th August 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Balian, Estelle V; Drius, Liza; Eggermont, Hilde; Livoreil, Barbara; Vandewalle, Marie; Vandewoestjine, Sofie; Wittmer, Heidi; Young, Juliette
• Is Part Of: Evidence & policy. Volume 12:Number 3(2016)
• Page Start: 431
• Page End: 451
• Publication Date: 2016-08-30
• Subjects: POLICY BRIEFS -- KNOWLEDGE BROKERAGE -- SCIENCE POLICY INTERFACE -- BIODIVERSITY; Policy sciences -- Periodicals; Social policy -- Research -- Periodicals; Public welfare -- Research -- Periodicals; Social service -- Decision making -- Periodicals; 320.6
• DOI: 10.1332/174426416X14700777371551
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1744-2648

Abstract

Abstract : Knowledge brokerage on biodiversity and ecosystem services can apply communication tools such as policy briefs to facilitate the dialogue between scientists and policymakers. There is currently considerable debate on how to go beyond the linear communication model, outdated in theoretical debate but still often implicitly leading interaction with policy. In this paper, we provide recommendations to scientists in the field of biodiversity and ecosystem services for developing policy briefs with increased impact and that are adapted to the needs of the audience. We also highlight the challenges of addressing the key criteria of credibility, relevance, legitimacy and iterativity that often lead to trade-offs.