The process of identifying and prioritizing issues or challenges that require government attention.

government identifies the need to address high youth unemployment rates as a top priority

Clearly defining the issue or challenge that needs to be addressed

Continuous monitoring of the policy's outcomes and feedback from stakeholders to inform future policy decisions

Regular surveys and consultations with youth, employers, and training institutions provide ongoing feedback to policymakers, allowing them to make informed decisions about the evolution of the skills development policy.

Government officials analyze data and reports, determining that a mismatch exists between the skills possessed by Ugandan youth and the demands of the job market, contributing to high unemployment rates

Developing potential solutions or policy options to address the identified problem.

policymakers develop a skills development policy that includes initiatives such as vocational training programs, partnerships with industries, and entrepreneurship support for young people.

Ugandan Parliament debates and approves the Skills Development Policy, formalizing the government's commitment to addressing youth unemployment through targeted skill-building initiatives

The formal approval of a policy proposal by a legislative body or other governing authority

Putting the adopted policy into action, often involving various government agencies and stakeholders

The Ministry of Education and Vocational Training collaborates with private sector entities to establish vocational training centers, and the Ministry of Youth and Employment works on creating incentives for businesses to hire and train young workers

Assessing the impact and effectiveness of the implemented policy

Researchers assess the impact of the skills development initiatives by analyzing employment rates among participating youth, evaluating the effectiveness of training programs, and gathering feedback from both employers and beneficiaries

Based on the evaluation, the government may adjust the skills development policy by reallocating resources to more effective programs or terminating initiatives that prove to be less impactful

Based on the evaluation, policymakers may choose to modify, expand, or terminate a policy