Public Policy and Advocacy for Change

Course Description

This course equips future leaders with the tools to influence public policy in the US Virgin Islands (USVI). Participants will learn how to identify pressing issues, develop impactful policy proposals, and advocate for change within government institutions. Through case studies on successful policy initiatives in the USVI, participants will gain insights into how to collaborate with elected officials, advocacy groups, and the media. By the end of the course, students will be prepared to navigate the complexities of policy-making and play an active role in shaping the future of the territory.

Course Objectives

• Understand the public policy frameworks and the legislative process in the USVI.
• Develop skills in advocacy and lobbying to promote policy change.
• Learn how to work effectively with interest groups, stakeholders, and the media.
• Craft comprehensive policy proposals that address local and federal issues.
• Analyze case studies of successful public policy initiatives in the USVI.

Course Structure

Duration: 6 lessons
Delivery Mode: Self-paced, with recorded lectures, interactive assignments, and case study analyses.
Assessment: Quizzes, reflective essays, and a final policy proposal project.