What is policy?

A policy is a set of ideas or plans that is used as a basis for making decisions. It is a deliberate system of principles to guide decisions and achieve rational outcomes.

Why are policies necessary?

Policies are necessary to provide evidence and justification for the initiatives an organization is involved in. It provides an avenue to drive change and advocacy in a particular area of interest. It can also serve as the official opinion of an organization on a particular issue.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has defined Interprofessional Education as the occurrence of two or more health or social professions learning interactively about, from, and with each other, all with the common goal of enabling effective collaboration and improving patient health outcomes. 

Discover the IPSF EuRO Policy and Advocacy Toolkit, a powerful resource designed to empower pharmacy students worldwide with essential advocacy skills and strategies!

This comprehensive resource not only equips students to engage effectively in policy discussions and influence decision-making processes but also emphasises the vital role of pharmacists in international humanitarian aid.