What would be a policy statement for your community that is in the path of a volcanic lava flow?

There are several components that go into developing a policy statement. This should help get you started.

1. An explanation and definition of the issue and its key terms as they appear on the agenda.

2. A background summary of recent international events related to the action in question.

3. Some reference to key documents relating to the issue (underlined).

4. A general statement of the country’s position on the issue.

5. Specific suggestions for a solution to the question (to serve as the first draft for the operative clauses of a resolution).