Q Policy Brief Part 1: Introduction (Feb. 19th by 11:59pm) Introduction (1.5 page) The introduction sets the stage by providing the context and focus of the policy brief. More specifically, it helps the reader to understand the who, what, and where your policy strategy targets. The introduction must convincingly make the case that an urgent need exists and that your brief is worth reading because it offers possible solutions. Also included in the introduction is a brief overview of the sources of data used to inform the brief’s recommendations. Introduction. Introduction clearly defines the context in which the policy recommendations would be applied. The description of the context in which the policy recommendations would be applied is vague. Little description of context? in which the policy recommendations would be applied. 3