Public Policy "NEWS"

[Image description: Diagram demonstrating intersectionality. In the center is a figure of a person. Multiple, brightly colored arrows point out from the central figure, each pointing to a different phrase. The phrases are, starting from the top and working clockwise: socio-economic status, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, age, gender, and culture. Attribution:  Higher Education Digest  (2024). ⏰ 5-Minute Favor, HUGE Impact! My DPA survey on equity and public policy is open. If you work in governance, nonprofits, or public administration, I need your voice. Let's make policy work for everyone. Participate! https://forms.gle/nTnmHcqckopxunkJ6

In the highly complex realm of public administration, trust in the government is the fundamental currency. Citizens should believe that their public institutions act in their best interests based on reliable information. This is precisely when the paramount imperative of cultivating a culture of openness in public administration should take on its greatest urgency. Why Openness Matters Psychological Safety: Employees who feel safe enough to speak up about their concerns and contribute new ways of doing things promote more responsive and honest public service. Diversity of voices: Because people are present and tolerate differing viewpoints, many more voices are heard and understood. Better policies and solutions are developed to address the needs of the whole society. Open Dialogue with Citizens: When decision-makers engage in dialogue and openly discuss the ‘why’, citizens are more willing to be involved and work on developing solutions. From Openness to Truth-Telling A cultu...