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Explore the differences between policy and programs, their importance in addressing societal issues, and the crucial steps involved in transforming policies into effective programs. Engage with organizations like Farm to School Network and Ohio Department of Health in setting the policy agenda for public good.
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Policy & Program Differences and Opportunities
Policy • What Government does or does not do about a problem Attributes: • Made in response to an issue or problem • Law or regulation • Made on behalf of the public • Oriented toward a goal- solution • Process oriented
Implementation From Policy to Program • Turning policy into practice • The best policy in the world means nothing without an effective and well-managed strategy for effectively implementing the policy • Three key activities: • Interpretation • Organization • Application
Policy or Program Work? • Farm to School Network • National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition • Slow Food USA • Ohio Department of Health • Ohio Association of Second Harvest Food Banks
Setting the Policy Agenda • Identify and clearly define the problem, the necessity of governmental involvement, mobilize support • Formulate and legitimize goals • collect, analyze and disseminate information that illustrates the problem, lays out possible alternatives and scenarios • Develop alternatives • Advocacy & coalition building
Questions/Contact Amalie Lipstreu Policy Program Coordinator Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association amalie@oeffa.org (614) 421-2022, ext. 208