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Core Guides & Reference Documents
Essential reading for all D2P facilitators and participants:
📖 D2P Mentor Guide
EssentialPurpose: Comprehensive guide for D2P facilitators and mentors covering program structure, roles, responsibilities, and the complete training process.
Contents:
- Mentor characteristics and responsibilities
- D2P training process (pre-training, Units 1-3, post-training)
- Program milestones and deliverables
- Position descriptions (POC, Lead Facilitator, Administrator)
- Train-the-Trainer concept note
- Module guide for all 20+ modules
- Policy Brief Checklist
File: PDF, 30 pages | Last Updated: January 2026
🔟 10 Steps to Developing a Policy Brief
EssentialPurpose: Visual framework guiding participants from problem definition through economic evaluation to final recommendations.
The 10 Steps:
- Define the Problem
- Identify Modifiable Root Causes
- Determine Policy Options
- Map Implementation Steps
- Create Resource-Input Lists
- Add Cost Values
- Build Decision Tree
- Conduct Economic Evaluation
- Compare Economic Evaluation and Feasibility
- Select Best Option and Write Summary
File: PDF (poster format) | Languages: English, French, Spanish, Thai
✅ Policy Brief Checklist
EssentialPurpose: Quality assurance tool for reviewing policy briefs. Used by mentors and participants to ensure briefs meet D2P standards.
Criteria Covered:
- Title (short, attention-getting)
- Key Messages (concise, compelling)
- Problem Statement (clear, quantified, urgent)
- Policy Options (evidence-based, well-analyzed)
- Recommendations (clear action steps)
- References (relevant, high-quality)
- Design & Readability (clear, accessible, 2-4 pages)
File: PDF, 2 pages | Word template included in Mentor Guide
📚 D2P Factsheet
One-page program overview with key facts, structure, and global impact. Perfect for introducing D2P to new audiences.
💰 Economic Evaluation Glossary
Comprehensive glossary of health economics terms used in D2P Unit 2. Essential reference for participants and facilitators.
Training Modules (L00-L20)
Complete PowerPoint presentations, facilitator notes, and activity sheets for all D2P modules:
Unit 1: Problem & Policy Analysis
L00: Introduction and Big Picture
L01: Policy and Policy Briefs
L02: Literature Search
L03: Framing the Problem
L04: Root Cause Analysis
L05: Gender Analysis
L06: Epidemiologic Measures
L07: Identify Policy Options
L08: Stakeholder Analysis
Unit 2: Economic Evaluation of Policy
L09: Framing Economic Evaluation
L10: Assessing Health Impact
L11: Cost Analysis
L12: Economic Evaluation Methods
L13: Sensitivity Analysis
Unit 3: Policy Advocacy & Communications
L14: Effective Writing
L15: Writing Problem Statement
L16: Writing Policy Options
L17: Writing Recommendations
L18: Data Visualization
L19: Key Messages & Title
L20: Advocacy Strategy
📦 Download Complete Module Package
Get all 20+ modules, activity sheets, and supporting materials in one download:
Templates & Tools
Ready-to-use templates for D2P participants:
Policy Brief Template
Microsoft Word template with all required sections, formatting, and instructions.
- Title and key messages
- Problem statement
- Policy options
- Recommendations
- References
PowerPoint Presentation Template
Slide deck template matching policy brief structure with D2P branding.
- Pre-formatted layouts
- 13 standard slides
- Chart and graph templates
- Speaker notes guidance
Decision Tree Excel Template
Two versions: shapes-based and border-based. Includes automatic expected value calculations.
- Pre-formatted layouts
- Formula examples
- Instructions tab
- Syphilis example included
Cost Inventory Worksheet
Excel template for comprehensive cost cataloging with separate sheets for different cost categories.
- Investment costs
- Operational costs
- Personnel costs
- Total cost calculations
Fishbone Diagram Template
PowerPoint and Mural templates for root cause analysis.
- PowerPoint editable version
- Mural collaborative template
- Instructions and examples
Policy Analysis Table
Word/Excel template for comparing policy options across criteria.
- Health impact
- Operational feasibility
- Political feasibility
- Budget & economic impact
Stakeholder Analysis Table
Excel template for tracking stakeholder positions, influence, and engagement strategies.
Download (Excel)Literature Search Activity Sheet
Table for documenting key literature and data sources during problem statement development.
Download (Word)Case Studies & Examples
🏍️ Syphilis Screening in Antenatal Care (Tanzania)
Complete case study used throughout Unit 2 demonstrating decision tree modeling, cost analysis, and CEA.
Includes: Full decision tree (Excel), cost inventory, CEA calculations, policy brief example
Download Complete Package🏍️ Motorcycle Helmet Policy (Vietnam)
Example used in L01 showing effective policy brief structure and persuasive presentation.
Download Policy Brief (PDF)🚭 Tobacco Control Interventions
Multi-country examples of tobacco taxation, graphic warnings, and smoke-free policies.
Download Case Studies💉 HPV Vaccination
Economic evaluation examples from multiple countries on adding HPV vaccine to national immunization programs.
Download ExamplesExample Policy Briefs
Completed policy briefs from D2P graduates across countries:
🇹🇭 Thailand
🇷🇼 Rwanda
🇹🇿 Tanzania
Video Tutorials & Online Modules
📹 D2P Program Overview
10-minute introduction to D2P structure, objectives, and expected deliverables.
Watch on YouTube📹 10 Steps Framework Explained
Animated walkthrough of the 10 Steps to Developing a Policy Brief.
Watch Video📹 Building Decision Trees in Excel
Step-by-step tutorial on creating decision tree models using D2P templates.
Watch Tutorial📹 Online Module Library
Self-paced learning modules for virtual D2P delivery covering all units.
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Contact UsTips for Using D2P Resources
💡 For Facilitators
- Review the Mentor Guide thoroughly before your first D2P
- Practice module presentations multiple times
- Customize case studies with local examples when possible
- Use the Policy Brief Checklist consistently for quality reviews
💡 For Participants
- Download all templates at the start of the program
- Review the 10 Steps framework before each unit
- Test Excel templates before your first group work session
- Refer back to module summaries during the mentorship period
💡 For Program Coordinators
- Create a shared Google Drive folder for your cohort
- Adapt agendas and schedules to your local context
- Translate key materials into local languages if needed
- Archive your cohort's materials for future reference