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 ...

In 2019 my mother called me to ask for my guidance on how she can speak before a multitude of people as she campaigns for a local government leadership position in Engutoto ward, in Arusha, Tanzania.

This is the reality for the sinking islands in the Philippines—a cluster of four island barangays in Tubigon located in the south-central region of Bohol. Here, the sea level is rising at an alarming ...

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 ...

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 – ...

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

The problem: Public sector leaders must balance legacy processes with new, adaptive approaches to keep up with the pace of technological and societal change and the expectations of the people they ...

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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 ...