SayPro Recommendation Report Template: A standardized format for presenting research findings and providing actionable policy recommendations.

Title Page:

• Report Title: Clearly and concisely state the report’s focus.
• Author(s): List the individuals who prepared the report.
• Date: Provide the submission or publication date.

2. Executive Summary:

• Purpose: Summarize the report’s objectives and scope.
• Key Findings: Highlight the main discoveries from the research.
• Recommendations: Briefly outline the proposed actions based on the findings.

3. Table of Contents:

• List all sections and subsections with corresponding page numbers for easy navigation.

4. Introduction:

• Background: Provide context and rationale for the report.
• Objectives: Define the goals the report aims to achieve.
• Scope: Outline the boundaries of the report, including any limitations.

5. Methodology:

• Research Design: Describe the approach used to gather and analyze data.
• Data Collection: Explain the sources and methods of data gathering.
• Analysis Techniques: Detail the processes used to interpret the data.

6. Findings:

• Data Presentation: Use tables, charts, and graphs to present analyzed data clearly.
• Interpretation: Discuss the significance of the findings in relation to the report’s objectives.

7. Discussion:

• Analysis: Interpret the findings, discussing implications and relevance.
• Comparison: Contrast findings with existing literature or benchmarks.
• Limitations: Acknowledge any constraints or potential biases in the research.

8. Recommendations:

• Actionable Steps: Provide clear, feasible actions derived from the findings.
• Justification: Explain the rationale behind each recommendation, supported by evidence.
• Implementation Considerations: Discuss resources, timelines, and potential challenges.

9. Conclusion:

• Summary: Recap the report’s main points and reinforce the importance of the recommendations.
• Future Outlook: Suggest areas for further research or action.

10. References:

• Citations: List all sources consulted, following a consistent citation style.

11. Appendices:

• Supplementary Material: Include additional data, detailed analyses, or supporting documents as needed.