1. Applying Models and Frameworks to Nutrition & Obesity Policy Evaluation and Research

2. Definitions Framework: A set of assumptions, concepts, values, and practices that constitutes a way of viewing reality Model: A schematic description of a system, theory, or phenomenon that accounts for its known or inferred properties and may be used for further study of its characteristics

3. Uses of Models & Frameworks 1.Apply to policy development practice as a core function of public health 2.Study the process of policy development

4. 1. Policy Development & Assurance as Core Functions of Public Health Frameworks & models used for: –Public Health Practitioner training –Assessment –Monitoring and surveillance –Evaluation

5. 2. Study the Process of Policy Development Frameworks & models help to: –Identify effective policy development strategies & points of leverage –Identify external factors that influence the process –Provide a long term perspective Methods –Identify pertinent constructs –Collect data –Compare findings to model

6. Advocacy Coalition Framework 1 1) Adapted from: Breton E, Richard L, Gagnon F, Jacques M, Bergeron P. Health promotion research and practice require sound policy analysis models: The case of Quebec’s Tobacco Act. Social Science & Medicine 2008; 67:1679-1689. Relatively Stable Parameters System-wide with enduring/constraining effect External Events - Change in socioeconomic conditions, public opinion, leaders - Policy decisions/impacts from other subsystems Constraints & Resources Policy Subsystem Coalition A Policy beliefs Resources Strategy Coalition B Policy beliefs Resources Strategy Decisions by Governmental Authorities Policy Outputs & Impacts