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Specialised Public Policy Advisory

Expert advising and communication services for European policies and international development. Transforming complex policy landscapes into strategic opportunities.

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Services

Policy Advising & Analysis

Expert advisory services for organisations, institutions and companies on policy development and implementation, with special focus on European Union policies in democracy, economy, research, innovation, higher education, regional development and sustainability.

  • Monitoring of legislative initiatives
  • Strategic document analysis
  • Policy impact assessments
  • Strategic recommendations

Advocacy Support

Advising and operational support for developing and implementing advocacy activities towards public authorities, European institutions and other relevant bodies.

  • Communication strategy design
  • Position papers and policy briefs preparation
  • Meeting organisation and facilitation
  • Stakeholder engagement

Capacity Building

Organisation and implementation of workshops and lectures on understanding public policies, institutional processes in the European Union, effective public sector communication and strategic planning.

  • Custom workshop design
  • EU institutional training
  • Policy communication skills
  • Strategic planning and foresight

About Polityst

Polityst, vl. Sanja Terlević, provides specialised advisory services combining deep European policy expertise with practical implementation experience. Based on years of professional work in Belgium and Croatia, I help organisations navigate complex policy environments and leverage European development opportunities.

My approach bridges the gap between policy analysis and practical action, revealing structural causes, levers, trade-offs, and system incentives, drawing from extensive experience in policy monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and strategic communication at both local and European levels.

My weekly newsletter Polity Futures, aims to foster a culture of civic participation and democratise policy knowledge by exploring how we, as engaged citizens, can understand, influence, and co-create policy—not just leave it to political insiders. With a passion for democratic engagement and new forms of economic and social organisation, I am committed to making policy accessible and actionable for all, especially youth, so they can become proactive participants in shaping policies for the common good.

Background & Expertise

  • Policy analysis and advocacy experience in European public affairs in Brussels, Belgium
  • Master of Public Policy and Human Development (Maastricht University & United Nations University)
  • Public Leadership Credential (Harvard Kennedy School)
  • International Development Diploma (University of London)
  • Rural development management and cross-border cooperation experience in Croatia
  • Specialisation in European policymaking, United Nations SDGs, sustainability, human rights, democratic governance, research, innovation and regional development policies

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