On July 3rd, FVE Executive Director Nancy De Briyne and Policy Officer Wiebke Jansen led an international workshop hosted by IVSA Standing Committee on Career Attributes about the significance and methodology of policy paper writing. The workshop objectives were understanding the basic structure and purpose of a policy paper, learning essential skills for research, analysis, and policy recommendation and to gain practical experience in drafting and reviewing key sections of a policy paper. More than 30 participants explored the importance of policy papers and gained practical insights into the process of crafting effective policy recommendations and proposed solutions to inform policymakers, stakeholders, and the general public.