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Policy Canvas
An easy way to brainstorm and share everything you know about a policy challenge.
What it is
A policy canvas is an easy way of brainstorming and sharing everything you know about the policy challenge. It works in a workshop or on your own and is a good way of quickly understanding the scope and challenge ahead.
When to use it
Use it to rapidly align your team on the scope and nature of the policy challenge before diving into research or design work.
How to run it
You can also download the Policy Canvas from the UK Policy Lab. Complete the canvas in a workshop in groups or fill it out on your own.
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