Empathy in Governance: A Human-Centered Approach to Public Policy
- Traditional policies struggle to meet modern societies' evolving needs amidst globalization and technological progress.
- Globalization offers learning opportunities but also introduces complexities like inequality and urban strain for policymakers
- Policymakers need holistic, forward-thinking approaches to navigate contemporary complexities and improving decision-making quality and efficiency
In an era of globalization and technological advancement, public policy faces evolving challenges. Traditional approaches, centered on the public sector, struggle to meet the diverse needs of today's societies. While global interconnectedness offers learning opportunities between governments, it also presents new complexities. Issues like social division and urban strain demand more holistic and forward-thinking policymaking. .
To navigate these challenges, policymakers must enhance the quality and effectiveness of their decisions, embracing a more inclusive and forward-looking perspective.
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