Content Organization
Learn how content is organized on the 3D Policy platform to help you navigate and discover relevant publications.
Overview
3D Policy organizes content in multiple ways to make it easier for users to find relevant publications. The platform uses a combination of program-based and department-based categorization, along with a robust tagging system for more granular filtering.
Why Content Organization Matters
Effective content organization helps:
- Researchers find relevant publications in their field
- Policymakers access insights on specific policy areas
- Members discover content related to their interests
- The platform showcase the breadth and depth of available research
- Users navigate between related content pieces
By Program
Program-Based Organization
Publications are organized by geographic or regional programs, allowing users to explore content focused on specific parts of the world. This organization is particularly useful for researchers and policymakers interested in regional policy issues.
Available Programs:
Africa
Policy research and analysis focused on African countries and regional issues.
Europe
Publications addressing European policy challenges, EU governance, and European integration.
MENA
Research on policy issues in the Middle East and North Africa region.
Asia-Pacific
Analysis of policy developments in Asian and Pacific countries.
Americas
Content covering North, Central, and South American policy landscapes.
Global
Research addressing transnational policy issues and global governance.
How to Navigate by Program:
- From the main Articles & Publications page, select the "Programs" tab
- Choose a program from the available options
- Browse the publications specific to that program
- Use additional filters within each program to refine your search
By Department
Department-Based Organization
Content is also organized by thematic departments, allowing users to explore publications based on policy domains or academic disciplines. This organization is particularly useful for specialists focusing on specific policy areas.
Available Departments:
Economics
Research on economic policy, development, trade, and financial systems.
Law
Analysis of legal frameworks, regulatory systems, and governance structures.
Tech & AI
Publications addressing technology policy, digital governance, and AI ethics.
Environment
Research on environmental policy, climate change, and sustainable development.
Security
Analysis of security policy, conflict resolution, and international relations.
Social Policy
Research on healthcare, education, welfare, and social development.
How to Navigate by Department:
- From the main Articles & Publications page, select the "Departments" tab
- Choose a department from the available options
- Browse the publications specific to that department
- Use additional filters within each department to refine your search
Cross-Categorization
Intersections of Programs and Departments
Many publications are categorized under both a program and a department, reflecting their interdisciplinary nature. For example, a publication might be categorized under:
- Program: MENA
- Department: Economics
This dual categorization allows users to find content through multiple navigation paths and helps highlight the intersections between regional and thematic policy areas.
Matrix View
The platform offers a matrix view that allows users to explore content at the intersection of programs and departments. This view is particularly useful for researchers working on specific policy domains within particular regions.
To access the matrix view:
- From the main Articles & Publications page, select the "Matrix View" option
- Use the horizontal axis to select a program
- Use the vertical axis to select a department
- View publications that fall at the intersection of your selections
Pro Tip: Combining Organization Methods
For the most effective research experience, consider using a combination of program-based and department-based navigation, along with the filtering tools described in the next section. This approach allows you to:
- Start with a broad category (program or department)
- Narrow down to specific topics using tags and filters
- Discover related content through cross-references and recommendations
- Save your favorite navigation paths for future use