This last article touches on elements of a policy role that may be the same as some other government roles and where things may be different. It also includes a round up of other useful advice from ...

M.P.A., D.P.A., B.A. The author has been a civil servant in the federal, municipal and provincial sectors in Canada for 40 years. Note : My opinions are personal and do not reflect the opinion of my ...

The case of National Government v Western Cape Provincial Government is a significant precedent for resolving intergovernmental disputes in South Africa. The dispute centered on the division of powers ...

Intergovernmental dispute resolution is a crucial mechanism for addressing conflicts between different levels of government, governments and international organizations, and governments of different ...

The problem: Insights from Co-design efforts can become lost in policymaking processes. Why it matters: Good policy design must take account of the lived experiences of the people who will be most ...

Many civil servants spend most of their time nose down, doing their work. They’ve heard that excellent work is its own reward ...

About 15 years ago, I began exploring and writing about an idea for creating Conservation Burial Reserves to help expand protected areas. I challenge traditional thinking about what a cemetery looks ...

Writing is a core skill for public servants. From drafting policy memos to mocking up community projects and sending emails, writing is an unavoidable part of any role in government. But what few ...

Imagine a situation where it’s possible to both improve the existing version of capitalism and take tangible steps to mitigate climate change. This is what ESG – Environmental, Social and Governance – ...

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In 1976, George Box famously stated, "All models are wrong, but some are useful." When it comes to policy writing or any form of writing that has broader implications for the public, there are ...

The rich world faces chronic labour shortages, and various countries have underscored the challenge they face with a ‘baby bust’. With growing apprehension toward immigration, many have been promoting ...