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The Human Phase of Intergovernmental Relations

The Human Phase of Intergovernmental Relations

Perhaps, however, as part of this new normal, the pandemic has ironically opened a door for a new age of intergovernmental relations—one that will allow governments to work better together,…

To Smile or Not to Smile? A Very Important Question for Public Servants

To Smile or Not to Smile? A Very Important Question for Public Servants

The smiling training offered to government service employees should be paralleled by a true concern for their wellbeing, so that we do not just end up with fake smiles and…

Examining Public Support for Taxation and Public Services

Examining Public Support for Taxation and Public Services

As many states and cities anticipate upcoming elections, understanding the public’s willingness to continue supporting these services via tax dollars is an important piece of candidate success.…

Citizen Participation and COVID-19: How the English Mitigated the Second Wave

Citizen Participation and COVID-19: How the English Mitigated the Second Wave

England is at the forefront of crafting innovative solutions to managing COVID-19 with its deliberative engagement project. The country’s healthcare system, the National Health Service (NHS), identified an opportunity to…

Together at Last: Community Action Boards in Colombia

Together at Last: Community Action Boards in Colombia

A Colombian village established Community Action Boards to directly participate in developing new schools. Through voluntary participation, citizens formed the Juntas de Acción Comunal (JAC) to counteract the ineffective policies…

Get Out The Vote: Inclusive and Accessible Voting in LA County

Get Out The Vote: Inclusive and Accessible Voting in LA County

The Voting Systems Assessment Project (VSAP) in Los Angeles (LA) County, California offers insight into how modernizing voting systems can be fueled by public participation and ultimately creates a more…

Representation Matters: The Road to Women’s Empowerment in Namibia

Representation Matters: The Road to Women’s Empowerment in Namibia

Customary justice systems (CJS) are used to provide justice for marginalized communities unable to access justice systems through other means. In Namibia, CJS are well established and highly respected amongst…

PEKKA Got Talent: Women-Headed Household Empowerment in Indonesia

PEKKA Got Talent: Women-Headed Household Empowerment in Indonesia

In Indonesia, PEKKA, a women’s organization focused on household role empowerment, is trying to shift the perception of gender roles at a societal level.…

Are We Using Hiring Interviews to Confirm or to Learn?

Are We Using Hiring Interviews to Confirm or to Learn?

Recent research conducted with women leaders in government asked what challenges these women experienced in their career progression. Surprisingly, many women called out difficulties with the interview process.…

Local Camouflage: Don’t Overlook Municipal Government Employment for Veterans

Local Camouflage: Don’t Overlook Municipal Government Employment for Veterans

Federal government employment isn’t the only opportunity for a veteran to work in public service after their time in the military. If you are a veteran and have a heart…

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