Policy change doesn’t always require sweeping political reforms. Sometimes, small, strategic, research-driven interventions can make a significant impact.

This Short by Marta Jaroszewicz, Paweł Kaczmarczyk and Katarzyna Porwit explores how the Centre of Migration Research at the University of Warsaw collaborated with policymakers to improve Poland’s labour migration framework. Through trust-building, stakeholder engagement, and well-timed research, their work led to concrete policy changes—including better worker protections and streamlined administrative processes.

Key lessons for researchers looking to influence policy:
Engage policymakers early and build long-term trust
 Offer evidence-based, operationally feasible solutions
 Focus on incremental reforms that fit within political realities

Our Research Shorts translate complex research into focused summaries, giving policymakers clear insights to inform decisions and tackle pressing challenges effectively.

Our Engagement Shorts provide practical strategies and innovative ideas to help researchers effectively communicate and connect with policymakers and other stakeholders.