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[Discover CIVIS Alliance ](https://civis.eu/en/discover-civis-alliance) 2. [Our work ](https://civis.eu/en/discover-civis-alliance/our-work) 3. [CIVIS Alliance projects ](https://civis.eu/en/discover-civis-alliance/our-work/civis-alliance-projects) 4. [PolyCIVIS ](https://civis.eu/en/discover-civis-alliance/our-work/civis-alliance-projects/polycivis) 5. Policy Policy ======== Co-led by **[Witwatersrand University](https://www.wits.ac.za/) (WITS), Johannesburg** and **[Université Libre de Bruxelles](https://www.ulb.be/) (ULB),** the Policy Work Package (WP) is committed to producing concise, actionable, and evidence-based policy briefs that provide the European Commission, African institutions and policymakers, with up to date practical insights and strategies for navigating the complexities of the polycrisis. The Policy WP aims to unpack the current challenges of the polycrisis, better understand its relevance to research and policy and essentially, attempt to bridge the distance between European and African policy-making. By recognizing the pivotal role of regional and continental actors in confronting the challenges posed by polycrisis, the Policy WP amplifies the voices and experience of regional actors, -not only in institutions but also between individual experts as well. In close consultation with the PolyCIVIS Network and external partners, this knowledge will then be shared with Euro-African policymakers, the European Commission and selected regional institutions in Africa. News & Opportunities ------------------------- We are delighted to announce the **2026 Call for Policy Briefs: Polycrisis and Policy Series** by the PolyCIVIS Network. This series seeks to deepen understanding and influence discussions on the complex concept of the polycrisis by exploring both theoretical frameworks and pressing policy challenges. We welcome contributions from academics, policymakers, experts, researchers, and analysts eager to advance research, data collection, and knowledge sharing. This initiative is dedicated to fostering collaboration, enhancing policy insights, and addressing the evolving challenges of the polycrisis across Europe and Africa through interdisciplinary and cross-disciplinary approaches. Policy brief proposals must demonstrate clear alignment with the PolyCIVIS framework for addressing the polycrisis. **Key Dates:** **15 January 2026, Abstract Submission:** Please submit a 250-word abstract outlining the main arguments and policy recommendations **30 January 2026, Notification of acceptance** of abstracts and invitation to submit a policy brief **20 March 2026,** First Draft Submission **Contact Information:** For enquiries, please contact Dr. Faith Mabera, [**Policy Briefs Guidelines for Submission**](https://civis.eu/storage/files/polycivis-policy-briefs-guidance-finalmar-2025.pdf) At PolyCIVIS, we believe that the complexity of today’s global challenges calls for innovative, interdisciplinary, and actionable solutions. That’s why we are thrilled to present **several policy briefs**, setting the stage for fresh approaches to navigating the interconnected crises of our time. The Polycrisis & Policy Brief Series is coordinated by the Policy Work Package which is part of the PolyCIVIS Network. The PolyCIVIS Policy brief series aims to provide actionable insights and recommendations for policymakers, at various levels and to foster dialogue among stakeholders on effective policy. ### Webinar 2 – Polycrisis and the Policy Brief Series Recording If you missed our recent Policy Briefs Webinar, the recording of Webinar 2 – Polycrisis and the Policy Brief Series is now available. Catch up on the rich discussion exploring the challenges and opportunities of navigating today’s interconnected crises. Join the ongoing conversation on polycrisis, polysolutions, and polymethods, and share your reflections on this insightful session. A big thank you to all our speakers, organisers, and moderators who made the event possible. [Watch here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02XyiSs98Zw) ### **From Polycrisis to Polysolutions: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Complex Global Challenges** **Policy Brief No.1** | **March 2025** By: Dan Schreiber, Sarah Hassnaoui, Anne Weyembergh, Malte Brosig, Kamatara Kanifa, Anthony Tibaingana [Foundational Policy brief no. 1](/storage/files/1foundational-brief-polycrisis-and-policy-series-formatted-version2-schreiber-etal-mar-2025.pdf) ### **Humanitarian Aid in the Polycrisis: Local and Systems Thinking Approaches** **Policy Brief No.2** | **March 2025** By: Evika Karamagioli, Manos Pikoulis, Chrysafo Arvaniti [Policy brief no. 2](https://civis.eu/storage/files/2-humanitarian-aid-in-the-polycrisis-polycrisispolicy-series-v3-karamagioli-pikoulis-arvaniti-mar-2025-updated-may.pdf) ### **Intersecting Storms: Advancing LGBTQIA+ Rights in the Era of Climate Change and Environmental Justice** **Policy Brief No.3** | **April 2025** By: Ronald Kihali [Policy brief No. 3](https://civis.eu/storage/files/3-intersecting-storms-advancing-lgbtqia-rights-in-the-era-of-climate-change-and-environmental-justice-kihali-apr-2025-1_1.pdf) ### **Social Insurance in the context of the Polycrisis : A Case Study of Namibia** **Policy Brief No.4** | **April 2025** By: Sabine Klocke-Daffa [Policy brief No. 4](https://civis.eu/storage/files/4-social-insurance-in-the-context-of-the-polycrisis-apr-2025-1-klocke-daffa_1.pdf) ### **Circular Economy and the Polycrisis: Leveraging EU-Africa Cooperation in Natural Resource Management** **Policy Brief No.5** | **April 2025** By: María del Mar Alonso Almeida and Fernando Borrajo Millán [Policy brief No. 5](https://civis.eu/storage/files/5-circular-economy-and-the-polycrisis-eu-africa-der-mar-alonsoalmeida-and-borrajo-millan-apr-2025-1_1.pdf) ### **Internal Displacement in Africa: Navigating the Polycrisis in a Changing Climate** **Policy Brief No.6** | **April 2025** By: Thannaletchimy Housset [Policy brief No. 6](https://civis.eu/storage/files/6-internal-displacement-in-africa-navigating-polycrisis-housset-apr-2025_1.pdf) ### **14 Years After the Arab Spring. Egypt’s Polycrisis Risks and Potential for Civil Unrest** **Policy Brief No.7** | **September 2025** By: By Rachel Ainsworth and Daniel Hoyer [POLICY BRIEF NO. 7](https://civis.eu/storage/files/7-ainswoth-and-hoyer-after-arab-spring-egypt-polycrisis-civil-unrest-sep-2025.pdf) ### **South Africa’s Loadshedding as a Polycrisis. Public Concerns and Policy Solutions** **Policy Brief No.8** | **September 2025** By: Leon Tinashe Gwaka [POLICY BRIEF NO. 8](https://civis.eu/storage/files/8-gwaka-south-africas-loadshedding-as-a-polycrisis-public-concerns-and-policy-solutionsv1sep2025.pdf) ### **Polycrisis and the attainment of sustainable development goals in Africa** **Policy Brief No.9** | **September 2025** By: Saheed Akinmayowa Lawal [POLICY BRIEF NO. 9](https://civis.eu/storage/files/9-lawal-polycrisis-and-sdgs-in-africa-v2-sep-2025.pdf) ### **Resilience and Rights. Gender impact of Global Polycrises in Kenya and Italy** **Policy Brief No.10 | September 2025** By: Ruth Aura and Fiorenza Deriu [Policy Brief No.10](https://civis.eu/storage/files/10-aura-and-deriu-resilience-and-rights-policy-responses-to-gender-impact-of-global-polycrises-in-kenya-and-italy-sep-2025v21.pdf) ### **Ocean governance and protection: What (more) can Africa and Europe do together?** **Policy brief no. 11 | December 2025** By Sebastian Seiffert [POLICY BRIEF N0.11](https://civis.eu/storage/files/11-seiffert-ocean-governance-and-protection-what-more-can-africa-and-europe-do-together.pdf) ### **Trapped by Debt: How Economic Instability, Climate Costs, and Geopolitical Shocks Are Pushing Nations to the Brink** **Policy brief no. 12 | January 2026** By Fatima-Ezzahra El Oirdani [POLICY BRIEF N0.12](https://civis.eu/storage/files/12-el-oirdani-trapped-by-debt-economic-instability-climate-costs-geopolitical-shocks-jan-2026.pdf) ### **Implementing Integrated Water Resources Management in the Water-Energy-Food-Climate Nexus: A comparative analysis of EU and AU water management strategies** **Policy brief no. 13 | January 2026** By Noor Jehan Gulamussen and Emílio Tostão [POLICY BRIEF NO.13](https://civis.eu/storage/files/13-gulamussen-and-tostao-integrated-water-resource-management-in-the-water-energy-food-climate-nexus-comparative-analysis-of-eu-and-au-strategies.pdf) ### **Strengthening Mozambique's Resilience: A Transformative Approach to Multi-Hazard Vulnerabilities** **Policy brief no. 14 | January 2026** By Almeida A. Sitoe, Jaime C. Macuácua, Arsénio A. Jorge [POLICY BRIEF NO.14](https://civis.eu/storage/files/14-sitoe-macuacua-and-jorge-mozambique-resilience-transformative-approach-muliti-hazard.pdf) ### A Comparison of EU and AU Crisis Response Policy Frameworks: The Sahel as a polycrisis context **Policy brief no. 15 | March 2026** By Faith Mabera [POLICY BRIEF NO. 15](https://civis.eu/storage/files/15-mabera-comparison-of-au-eu-crisis-response-mechanisms-sahel.pdf) Whether you’re a policymaker, researcher, or engaged citizen, they offer invaluable insights into how we can think differently, act collectively, and build resilience in an increasingly unpredictable world. 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