Policy Hub
Directory of Information Sources
Introduction
This area of the Tool Kit provides links and guidance on sources
of information that you may find helpful when exploring international
policy comparisons. It is by no means exhaustive. If there are sources
that you find particularly helpful and that we have not listed here
- or if you would like to add comments about some of those that
we have included - please contact us and we will include your suggestions
in future versions of this guidance. Alternatively, you can post
your observations directly on the Tool Kit Discussion Forum.
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Use of experts
If you are just beginning the process of seeking out information
about international approaches to a particular policy issue, the
best advice, as ever, is to start by consulting the experts. In
this case that means your organisation's library and information
specialists, who will be able to help you locate the most appropriate
available resources to meet your needs. This brief guidance is not
intended to be a substitute for good professional help.
Content List
This area divides into four sections. Use the hyperlinks in the
content box below to navigate to these areas.
Contents
Resources that will help you find out in general terms what other countries are doing in particular policy areas.
Resources that will help you locate contacts in other countries, in order to obtain more detailed information about their policies and programmes.
Advice on identifying specialised sources of information relevant to your particular organisation.
A bibliography of general background reading on international policy transfer and lesson-learning