M5 Chpt 6: Public Policy & Public Health Nutrition

Question 1

Policymaking Strategies

Answer 1

• Prepare a Scientific and Evidence Base
• Develop Broad Support
• Analyze the Opposition
• Develop Alternative Approaches or Compromise Positions
• Estimate Needed Resources
• Adopt Successful Strategies from Others
• Set a Clear Direction Before Starting

Question 2

Prepare a Scientific and Evidence Base

Answer 2

• Study the issue, target audience, and the environment

- Identify the need for the policy or legislation

Question 3

Develop Broad Support

Answer 3

• Form an alliance with groups like researchers, healthcare professionals, educators, religious groups, etc. who can assist and support the issue
• Be proactive & network with nutrition experts, influential citizens in the community, etc.

Question 4

Analyze the Opposition

Answer 4

• Policy makers need to hear strong factual arguments that refute the opponent’s position
• Constructive responses can contribute to the success of a policy

Question 5

Develop Alternative Approaches or Compromise Positions

Answer 5

Listen to and analyze the opposition’s viewpoint and give an alternative solution

Question 6

Estimate Needed Resources

Answer 6

• Determine the expenses involved in carrying out a legislative campaign
• Expenses have to be paid - the nutritionist or policy maker must solicit the support of community members who are interested in the issue such as special interest groups

Question 7

Adopt Successful Strategies from Others

Answer 7

• It’s helpful for the policy maker to identify and learn the successful strategies used by other healthcare professionals and interest groups
• Reduces costs and save time
• Review existing and established policy constantly to ensure that it is addressing the objectives of the program

Question 8

Set a Clear Direction Before Starting

Answer 8

• Establish points for possible compromise early
• Changes may be made throughout the process
• Work with people that are responsible for implementing the program and those affected by the policy

Question 9

Legislative Network Coordinator (LNC)

Answer 9

Volunteer position where nutritionists can become more involved in public policy work

Question 10

Grassroots Liaison (GRL)

Answer 10

• Volunteer position that is elected by each state affiliate

- They organize and mobilize AND members at the state level to become involved in federal public policy issues

Question 11

Political Action Committee (PAC)

Answer 11

Group of individuals united by similar interests

Question 12

Farm Bill

Answer 12

Protects vital nutrition assistance programs and includes initiatives that will improve the health of the nation