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Using Public Policy for Social Change

Using Public Policy for Social Change provides a comprehensive introduction to public policy and its role in addressing societal challenges, with a focus on social inequalities. You’ll explore various areas of policy work, including social welfare, public health, the environment, education, and criminal justice. Learn the fundamentals of public policy design and analysis, and how policymaking functions across all levels of government in democracies worldwide. The course offers the opportunity to delve into social issues you care about, learn from real-life policymakers and advocates, and strengthen your analytical, critical thinking, and advocacy skills to create positive social change. Using Public Policy for Social Change leads you through each step of the policymaking process and encourages you to see how your talents and passions can play a role in making the world a more equitable place.

Status: Social Impact
Status: Advocacy
BeginnerCourse14 hours

Featured reviews

AM

5.0Reviewed Jul 22, 2025

Very educational and a great course as an introduction to public policy! I learnt a lot and feel competent to be able to speak about public policy at a high level.

MB

5.0Reviewed Jan 23, 2024

A definitive course for a strong grip on basics for those who a strong passion for Policy

SM

4.0Reviewed Jul 14, 2025

The Public Policy for Social Change course was helpful for me in understanding the policy-making processes and reflecting on my interest and skill areas in the policy-making process. Highly recommend.

DR

5.0Reviewed May 12, 2024

Excellent and the best course for Public Policy. Good price too.

IM

5.0Reviewed Mar 11, 2024

I would recommend it to everyone, it is very thorough and starts from foundations of Policy analysis to advance.

BH

5.0Reviewed Jan 7, 2025

It is a great course for social workers with no policy experience or knowledge.

CG

5.0Reviewed Nov 21, 2024

Fantastic foundation for pursuing a career in Public Policy. The instructor was top-notch!

DB

5.0Reviewed Jan 12, 2026

Excellent course! I really enjoyed learning about public policy with the team. I totally recommend this. I'll be looking out for the next one. God bless.

AM

5.0Reviewed Oct 19, 2024

It's a great start in the direction of public policy!

J

5.0Reviewed Mar 27, 2025

This sets the standard of what an online course should entail.

AH

5.0Reviewed Aug 28, 2024

Wonderful learning experience for anyone interested in public policy!

SA

5.0Reviewed Jul 10, 2025

Excellent course to understand the basics of public policy

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