Center for Rapid Evidence Synthesis (ACRES)
Advancing Evidence to Policy
Bridging the Gap Between Research and Real-World Impact
ACRES
Evidence to Policy Training Programme
Professional’s Levels
Evidence to Policy (E2P) training program is designed to meet the training needs of Knowledge Translation (KT) professionals and policymakers in Evidence-Informed Policymaking (EIP) at 3 different levels
Entry Level
- Policy Analysis
- Evidence Synthesis
- Stakeholder Analysis
- Scientific Writing
Mid Level
- Policy research and evaluation
- Project management
Advanced Level
- Leadership
- Science diplomacy and the evidence to policy
Are you ready to take evidence beyond the papers and into the real world?
Why Evidence to Policy Training Programme
The programme will transform the global Evidence Informed Decision Making (EIDM) landscape. It is developed to cultivate all aspects of EIDM, including technical expertise, cultural competences and collaborative skills. Ultimately, the programme will create a new generation of empowered leaders in evidence informed policymaking to address the most pressing global challenges and foster sustainable development.
Key Features
Curriculum
The programme applies a world-class curriculum informed by a comprehensive review of competencies.
Competencies
The trainees gain knowledge, skills, and attitudes in the technical, cultural, and collaborative competencies necessary to be effective in the practice of EIP
ISO Certified
The training programme is undergoing review to be ISO certified to assure the trainees of the quality provided
Faculty
The training programme is facilitated by leading experts globally in EIP.
Reviews
What the Alumni say
Prisca, Research Associate ACRES
As a statistician with a foundation in primary research, I am truly inspired by how this program has empowered me to elevate my work transforming and contextualizing data for policies that create meaningful, real‑world change
Annette, Policy Intern MLW
The Programme was new but it turned out to be really helpful. I learned how to use research and data to inform policy decisions and make them more effective. What I liked most was learning how to work with policymakers to address real social issues. After the training, I felt more confident in my ability to contribute to policy decisions and make a positive impact. The training has already improved my work, and I am excited to apply what I learnt to future projects.
Ally , Statistician CeRIHI
The 15-week training program was incredibly valuable. I gained essential skills such as conducting rapid reviews, searching for evidence on platforms like Google Scholar and PubMed, and selecting analysis types depending on the study. The training also improved my ability to work in a team, review published documents, and determine which ones to retain or drop. Among other things, I have also learned how to shape and respond to policy questions by identifying and utilizing scientific evidence to support decision-making. These skills have greatly enhanced my work as a researcher now, I can properly cite sources, effectively address policy questions using scientific evidence, and find relevant documents to support my writing in my workplace
Let’s get started
The Center for Rapid Evidence Synthesis (ACRES)
P.O. Box 110226, Kampala Uganda
Plot 24, Wampewo Close, Kololo
+256 703700265
support.learning@acres.or.ug