Advances in Public Policy and Administration (APPA): 118 Volumes

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Proper management of the public sphere is necessary in order to maintain order in modern society. Research developments in the field of public policy and administration can assist in uncovering the latest tools, practices, and methodologies for governing societies around the world.

The Advances in Public Policy and Administration (APPA) Book Series aims to publish scholarly publications focused on topics pertaining to the governance of the public domain. APPA’s focus on timely topics relating to government, public funding, politics, public safety, policy, and law enforcement is particularly relevant to academicians, government officials, and upper-level students seeking the most up-to-date research in their field.

Topics Covered

Government
Law Enforcement
Political Economy
Politics
Public Administration
Public Funding
Public Policy
Resource allocation
Urban Planning

Titles in Series

Enhancing Democracy With Coalition Governments and Politics

Ndwakhulu Stephen Tshishonga (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

Political coalition formation is a global strategy employed by leaders and parties in their pursuit of power. This practice takes on particular significance in post-...

Infrastructure Development Strategies for Empowerment and Inclusion

Neeta Baporikar (Namibia University of Science and Technology, Namibia & SP Pune, University, India)

Despite its crucial role in economic growth and societal development, infrastructure projects often fail to reach their full potential. In many cases, the benefits o...

Holistic Public Agency in Complex Environments

Mirko Pecaric (University of Ljubljana, Slovenia)

Public administration faces a critical challenge: the need for transformative adaptiveness in public agencies. Despite diverse organizational structures and function...

Global Trends in Governance and Policy Paradigms

Mahani Hamdan (Universiti Brunei Darussalam, Brunei), Muhammad Anshari (Universiti Brunei Darussalam, Brunei), Norainie Ahmad (Universiti Brunei Darussalam, Brunei), Emil Ali (Universiti Brunei Darussalam, Brunei)

Major paradigm shifts are occurring at rates that are difficult to keep up with, such as a rise in neoliberal paradigm trends, the emergence of new paradigms in resp...

Global Geopolitical Impacts and Dynamics of the Indo-Pacific

K. Vinay Kumar (Maharashtra National Law University, Autrangabad, India), Nina Slama (Reichman University (IDC Herzliya), Israel), Monojit Das (IADN, India)

Step into an exploration of the Indo-Pacific, an expansive region that merges the Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean, and the adjoining landmass. This vast area hosts a var...

Soft Power and Diplomatic Strategies in Asia and the Middle East

Mohamad Zreik (School of International Studies, Sun Yat-sen University, China)

In a world witnessing the transformative rise of China, the intricate dynamics of its soft power diplomacy have become a focal point of global attention. As geopolit...

Economic and Societal Impact of Organized Crime: Policy and Law Enforcement Interventions

Alicia Danielsson (University of Bolton, UK & Hume Institute for Postgraduate Studies, Switzerland)

Organized crime, a hidden and pervasive threat, casts its dark shadow over societies globally, impacting countless lives through activities like human trafficking, i...

The Convergence of Traditionalism and Populism in American Politics: From Bannon to Trump

Adrian David Cheok (Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, China)

In the tumultuous landscape of contemporary American politics, the intricate dance between traditionalism, populism, and the influential alliance of Donald Trump and...

Regulating Fair Competition Toward Sustainable Development Goals

Siti Fazilah Abdul Shukor (University of Tunku Abdul Rahman, Malaysia), Farahdilah Ghazali (University of Malaysia Terengganu, Malaysia), Nur Yuhanis Ismon (University of Tun Hussien Onn, Malaysia), Aerni Isa (Taylor's University, Malaysia)

The necessity for the fundamental practice of regulating fair competition in a globalized world cannot be overstated. This promotes innovation, productivity, and ser...

Analyzing Energy Crises and the Impact of Country Policies on the World

Merve Suna Özel Özcan (Kirikkale University, Turkey)

In an age marked by unparalleled industrialization and technological strides, intricate energy challenges reverberate through economies, societies, and international...

Using Crises and Disasters as Opportunities for Innovation and Improvement

Saeed Siyal (School of Economics and Management, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, China)

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented unprecedented challenges for individuals, societies, and economies around the world. But it has also presented opportunities for...

Cognitive Governance and the Historical Distortion of the Norm of Modern Development: A Theory of Political Asymmetry

Renny Rueda (American University in the Emirates, UAE)

In the world of academic scholarship, there exists a pressing problem that has long confounded researchers and scholars alike. The issue at hand is the glaring gap i...

Financial Evaluation and Risk Management of Infrastructure Projects

Kleopatra Petroutsatou (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece), Constantin Zopounidis (Technical University of Crete, Greece & Audencia Business School, France)

In light of the recent financial crisis in Europe and the increasing importance of sustainability in construction, insights and practical guidance for financial eval...

Policies, Practices, and Protocols for International Commercial Arbitration

Basheer Ahmed Mohammed Khan (Supreme Court of India Bar Association, India), Kaushal Kishore (Supreme Court of India Bar Association, New Delhi, India )

The resolution of international commercial disputes poses a considerable challenge. Traditional litigation often results in costly and adversarial proceedings, resul...

Governmental Power Market-Ing in the VU-CHAOS World

Kittisak Jermsittiparsert (University of City Island, Cyprus), Srirath Gohwong (Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidenreng Rappang, Indonesia), Shayut Pavapanunkul (Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidenreng Rappang, Indonesia), Nasaran Mahittichatkul (Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidenreng Rappang, Indonesia)

Governmental Power Market-Ing in the VU-CHAOS World is a thought-provoking book that explores the blended concepts of state governance, marketing, and management. Th...

Historical and Political Analysis on Power Balances and Deglobalization

Emily Brynn Stacey (Rose State College, USA)

Historical and Political Analysis on Power Balances and Deglobalization delves deeper into the author's previous work, Contemporary Politics and Social Movements...

Juvenile Justice in African and Western Criminal Justice Systems

Simeon Peter Sungi (United States International University-Africa, Kenya), George Rugaimukamu Kakoti (Tennessee State University, USA), Deneil D. Christian (Tennessee State University, USA)

The field of juvenile justice faces significant challenges, particularly in comparing African and Western criminal justice systems. Many African jurisdictions still...

Governance Quality, Fiscal Policy, and the Path to a Low-Carbon Future: Perspectives From Developing Economies

Ibrahim Nandom Yakubu (University for Development Studies, Ghana)

Climate change has emerged as one of the most severe global threats in recent years, necessitating urgent interventions. The Paris Agreement on climate change and th...

Public Policy’s Role in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all. The academic co...

Taking on Climate Change Through Green Taxation

Ana Arromba Dinis (Research Centre on Accounting and Taxation, Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave, Portugal), Fátima David (Research Centre on Accounting and Taxation, Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave, Portugal), Liliana Pereira (Research Centre on Accounting and Taxation, Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave, Portugal), Sara Luís Dias (Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave, Portugal)

Since environmental issues entered the global agenda, governments have directing businesses towards sustainability. The term "sustainability" is commonly associated...

Legal and Economic Aspects of State Control Over Compliance With Labor Legislation

Galina Ognqnova Yolova (University of Economics – Varna, Bulgaria), Andriyana Andreeva (University of Economics – Varna, Bulgaria), Darina Nedelcheva Dimitrova (University of Economics – Varna, Bulgaria), Hristina Vilhelm Blagoycheva (University of Economics – Varna, Bulgaria), Plamena Nedyalkova (University of Economics – Varna, Bulgaria), Hristosko Bogdanov (University of Economics – Varna, Bulgaria)

Academic scholars face the challenge of addressing compliance with labor legislation in an ever-changing landscape. Technological advancements, such as digitalizatio...

Global Perspectives on the Emerging Trends in Public Diplomacy

Samet Kavoğlu (Marmara University, Turkey), Ergün Köksoy (Marmara University, Turkey)

Since the 20th century, when modern democracies gained more strength, governments have carried out their internal and foreign affairs policies with society's app...

Insights and Explorations in Democracy, Political Unrest, and Propaganda in Elections

Opeyemi Idowu Aluko (Ajayi Crowther University, Nigeria), Lalekan Bolu Oluwadele (Walden University, USA)

Democracy is a very important system of government found all over the world. A cardinal principle of democracy is periodic elections. Elections have various forms of...

Integrating Principles of Success in Planning Denial and Deception Missions

Eugenie de Silva (Booz Allen Hamilton, USA)

Integrating Principles of Success in Planning Denial and Deception Missions proposes a novel approach to planning effective Denial and Deception (D&D) missions by in...

Reimagining Systems Thinking in a Post-Pandemic World

M. Elizabeth Azukas (East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania, USA), Minkyoung Kim (University of West Florida, USA)

The COVID-19 pandemic caused the largest systemic disruption in history. The pandemic was a complex phenomenon that impacted economic, political, and education syste...

Government Response to Disruptive Innovation: Perspectives and Examinations

Sam B. Edwards, III (Quinnipiac University, USA), James R. Masterson (Morehead State University, USA)

With the increasing pace of disruptive innovation, the world in general and governments in particular are experiencing challenges in adapting their systems to these...

Examining Colonial Wars and Their Impact on Contemporary Military History

Miguel Madueño (Rey Juan Carlos University, Spain), Alberto Guerrero (Universidad de Granada, Spain)

Colonial wars have been a very active part of 19th and 20th century history and their importance has often been overlooked. Their study and analysis, in order to und...

Governance as a Catalyst for Public Sector Sustainability

Neeta Baporikar (Namibia University of Science and Technology, Namibia & SP Pune University, India)

Proper implementation and the practice of governance in the public sector improve organizational performance through increased efficiency, productivity, quality, and...

Acceleration of the Biopsychosocial Model in Public Health

Simon George Taukeni (University of Namibia, Namibia)

It is generally well-established that the biomedical model is informed on the assumption that the occurrence of the disease is the result of biological molecules ins...

Handbook of Research on the Regulation of the Modern Global Migration and Economic Crisis

Emilia Alaverdov (Georgian Technical University, Georgia), Muhammad Waseem Bari (Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan)

Migration is not a new phenomenon; it has a centuries-long history since the world’s population has been characterized by the desire to relocate not only from one co...

Maintaining International Relations Through Digital Public Diplomacy Policies and Discourses

Türker Elitaş (Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Turkey)

Communication technologies have become an important tool for instantaneous effects and reactions both individually and collectively. The fact that traditional discou...

Minding the Gap Between Restorative Justice, Therapeutic Jurisprudence, and Global Indigenous Wisdom

Marta Vides Saade (Ramapo College of New Jersey, USA), Debarati Halder (Parul Institute of Law, Parul University, India)

Foundational principles of the contemporary practices of both restorative justice and the concept of therapeutic jurisprudence often import organic and indigenous pr...

Handbook of Research on Transforming Government, Nonprofits, and Healthcare in a Post-Pandemic Era

Joanne E. Howard (Illinois Institute of Technology, USA)

The COVID-19 pandemic has offered the world and its governments many challenges in how they will conduct their responsibilities and best assist their citizens. The C...

Societal Transformations and Resilience in Times of Crisis

Ghazala Shoukat (University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Pakistan), Muhammad Nawaz Tunio (Mohammad Ali Jinnah University, Karachi, Pakistan)

The COVID-19 pandemic has spread across the world and left turmoil in every facet of society in its wake. As in-person activities came to an end for public safety, b...

African Policy Innovation and the Political Economy of Public-Private Policy Partnerships

Fred Olayele (Sprott School of Business, Carleton University, Canada)

A core political economy issue in the growth literature is how to structure the relationship between the public and private sectors to ensure optimal outcomes. While...

Interdisciplinary Approaches to the Future of Africa and Policy Development

Icarbord Tshabangu (Leeds Trinity University, UK)

Despite several idealistic efforts towards a united Africa, the term remains a hypothetical concept symbolizing a desired federal state on the continent. While globa...

Handbook of Research on Interdisciplinary Studies on Healthcare, Culture, and the Environment

Mika Markus Merviö (Kibi International University, Japan)

As healthcare, culture, and the environment remain crucial aspects of modern society, the current issues and opportunities within each sector must be examined and co...

Direct Democracy Practices at the Local Level

Christophe Emmanuel Premat (Stockholm University, Sweden)

Direct democracy, or pure democracy, is a concept spreading throughout the world, now adopted by nearly 30 countries on the national level. While the concept is not...

Challenges and Barriers to the European Union Expansion to the Balkan Region

Bruno Ferreira Costa (University of Beira Interior, Portugal)

Despite all efforts to create a political union capable of improving European citizens’ quality of life, there are several barriers to the European Union’s (EU) expa...

Smart Cities, Citizen Welfare, and the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goals

Ana Cristina Pego (Nova University, Portugal)

The smart city is a driver of change, innovation, competitiveness, and networking for businesses and organizations based on the concept of the Sustainable Developmen...

Faith-Based Influences on Legislative Decision Making: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Karla L. Drenner (Purdue University Global, USA)

In recent years, state legislatures in the United States have been transformed based on the social identities of their membership. At its most fundamental level, the...

Contemporary Politics, Communication, and the Impact on Democracy

Dolors Palau-Sampio (University of Valencia, Spain), Guillermo López García (University of Valencia, Spain), Laura Iannelli (University of Sassari, Italy)

The loss of credibility of traditional media and democratic institutions points to the important challenges for the democratic system. Social networks have allowed n...

Contemporary Politics and Social Movements in an Isolated World: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Emily Stacey (Rose State College, USA)

As global leaders use more nationalistic rhetoric, they are supporting their words with policies that are dividing the population and bringing an end to the diverse,...

Analyzing Current and Future Global Trends in Populism

Adrian David Cheok (Professional University of Information and Management for Innovation, iUniversity, Tokyo, Japan)

After the 2008 financial crisis, the cultural and psychological imprint that was left appears to be almost as deep as the one that followed the Great Depression. Its...

Handbook of Research on Special Economic Zones as Regional Development Enablers

Paulo Guilherme Figueiredo (City University of Macao, Macao), Francisco José Leandro (City University of Macao, Macao), Yichao Li (City University of Macao, Macao)

Special economic zones (SEZs) are important doorways for countries to attract foreign investment and promote trade. A strong correlation between the creation of SEZs...

Public Affairs Education and Training in the 21st Century

Onur Kulaç (Pamukkale University, Turkey & University of Southern California, USA), Cenay Babaoğlu (Selçuk University, Turkey), Elvettin Akman (Süleyman Demirel University, Turkey)

Since the beginning of the 20th century, public administration (PA) departments have been established, primarily in the USA and later in other Western countries, and...

Advancing Civil Justice Reform and Conflict Resolution in Africa and Asia: Comparative Analyses and Case Studies

Elijah Tukwariba Yin (University of Cape Coast, Ghana), Nelson F. Kofie (Northern Virginia Community College, USA)

The civil justice system is characterized by a distinct dispute resolution and law enforcement functions, although these functions are not always explicit and their...

Handbook of Research on Policies, Protocols, and Practices for Social Work in the Digital World

Fahri Özsungur (Mersin University, Turkey)

Social work plays an important role in reintegrating individuals into society, educating, raising awareness, implementing social policy, and realizing legal regulati...

Global Issues Surrounding Outer Space Law and Policy

Doo Hwan Kim (Korea Society of Air and Space Law and Policy, South Korea)

The United Nations currently has five effective international space treaties, namely the Outer Space Treaty of 1967, Space Rescue Agreement of 1968, Space Liability...

Global Politics, Political Participation, and the Rise of Nationalism: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Emily Stacey (Rose State College, USA)

Nationalist movements remain a force in contemporary American politics, regardless of political party. Recently, social issues have moved to the forefront of America...

Redefining Theory and Practice to Guide Social Transformation: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Beth Fisher-Yoshida (Columbia University, USA), Joan Camilo Lopez (Columbia University, USA)

The application of theory to practice in addressing social transformation still has a lot of room for growth and improvement. This is also true of theory being infor...

Africa's Platforms and the Evolving Sharing Economy

Immanuel Ovemeso Umukoro (Pan-Atlantic University, Nigeria), Raymond Okwudiri Onuoha (Pan-Atlantic University, Nigeria)

Digital transformation concepts have created new business principles such as the on-demand economy and a new sharing economy. While the on-demand economy has primari...

Processual Perspectives on the Co-Production Turn in Public Sector Organizations

Anja Overgaard Thomassen (Aalborg University, Denmark), Julie Borup Jensen (Aalborg University, Denmark)

Existing research understands co-production as leading to shifts in roles of the public sector institutions and their staffs. The shift is seen in the way that a dis...

Handbook of Research on Global Challenges for Improving Public Services and Government Operations

Cenay Babaoğlu (Selçuk University, Turkey), Elvettin Akman (Süleyman Demirel University, Turkey), Onur Kulaç (Pamukkale University, Turkey)

As the field of public administration has been changing due to globalization, government reforms, and increasing governance practices within intergovernmental networ...

Behavioral-Based Interventions for Improving Public Policies

Viorel Mihaila (University of Bucharest, Romania)

Behavioral-based intervention in designing public policies has become an important field of study in recent years with empirical studies devoted to analyzing how to...

Examining International Land Use Policies, Changes, and Conflicts

G. N. Tanjina Hasnat (University of Chittagong, Bangladesh), Mohammed Kamal Hossain (University of Chittagong, Bangladesh)

Though conflicts continue to arise over land use and land cover changes, the conversion of forest land to cropland or other land uses such as housing and urban devel...

Handbook of Research on Recent Developments in Internet Activism and Political Participation

Yasmin Ibrahim (Queen Mary University of London, UK)

International politics is witnessing a rapid transformation due to the emerging impact of the internet and digital media. Activists in various countries have been gi...

Political Identity and Democratic Citizenship in Turbulent Times

Niels Noergaard Kristensen (University of Aalborg, Denmark)

Turbulent times challenge democratic politics and governance in Western countries. Party systems, in many instances, have failed to produce solutions to vital policy...

Historical and Future Global Impacts of Armed Groups and Social Movements: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Pablo Alberto Baisotti (University of Costa Rica, Costa Rica), Pablo Pozzi (University of Buenos Aires, Argentina)

Resistance movements to economic measures and militaristic policies have been increasing in Latin America and the Caribbean since the 1960s. Indigenous and peasant m...

Utilizing Decision Support Systems for Strategic Public Policy Planning

Mohamed Timoulali (GTOPIC sarl, Morocco)

Advances in GIS technologies have provided a more robust framework for planners and designers. These frameworks offer greater control and monitoring, which can lead...

Reshaping Social Policy to Combat Poverty and Inequality

Augustine Nduka Eneanya (University of Lagos, Nigeria)

The gap between various social classes occurs due to inequality in various social categories arising from lack of opportunities and exclusion from resource distribut...

Citizen-Responsive Urban E-Planning: Recent Developments and Critical Perspectives

Carlos Nunes Silva (University of Lisbon, Portugal)

Among the many ways the world has changed in recent decades, using technology for city planning has become one of the most innovative. Using new, pioneering methods...

Applying Internet Laws and Regulations to Educational Technology

Bruce L. Mann (Memorial University, Canada)

In today’s modernized society, the use of technology continues to expand rapidly. It has specifically been implemented heavily in educational environments with educa...

Analyzing Political Tensions Between Ukraine, Russia, and the EU

Carsten Sander Christensen (Billund Kommunes Museer (Billund Municipal Museums), Denmark)

One of the world’s most prevalent political quarrels is the current geographical state of Ukraine, along with its relationships with Russia and the European Union. W...

Examining Ethics and Intercultural Interactions in International Relations

F. Sigmund Topor (Keio University, Japan)

The need for intercultural communication and understanding has never been greater. The unstoppable confluence of technology continues to unsympathetically disrupt, d...

Using New Media for Citizen Engagement and Participation

Marco Adria (University of Alberta, Canada)

Recent technological advancements have made it possible to use moderated discussion threads on social media to provide citizens with a means of discussion concerning...

Community Risk and Protective Factors for Probation and Parole Risk Assessment Tools: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Edwina Louise Dorch (Texas A&M University, USA)

The staff in probation agencies rely heavily on a long list of case plan agreements to get their clients to obey the laws. Yet, the list of rules create overwhelming...

Political Propaganda, Advertising, and Public Relations: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Samet Kavoğlu (Marmara University, Turkey), Meryem Salar (Kastamonu University, Turkey)

Public opinion is an important factor affecting the political decision-making process. In almost every community, the ones in power—no matter what type of political...

Financial Determinants in Local Re-Election Rates: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Ana Maria Cunha (Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave, Portugal), Augusta Ferreira (University of Aveiro, Portugal), Maria José Fernandes (Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave, Portugal), Patrícia Gomes (Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave, Portugal)

Accounting information, on the one hand, allows government officials to obtain better information to support greater decision making, transparency, and accountabilit...

Political, Economic, and Social Factors Affecting the Development of Russian Statehood: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Bogdan Ershov (Voronezh State Technical University, Russia), Natalia Muhina (Voronezh State Technical University, Russia), Igor Ashmarov (Voronezh State Institute of Arts, Russia)

The historical development of Russia remains one of the most unique yet ambiguous timelines in the realm of political science and sociology. Understanding the state...

Participation of Young People in Governance Processes in Africa

Jeffrey Kurebwa (Bindura University of Science Education, Zimbabwe), Obadiah Dodo (Bindura University of Science Education, Zimbabwe)

Active political engagement requires the youth of today to begin their journeys now to be leaders of tomorrow. Young individuals are instrumental in providing valuab...

Information Systems Strategic Planning for Public Service Delivery in the Digital Era

Emanuel Camilleri (University of Malta, Malta)

Service delivery in the digital era is all about bringing together innovative ideas from various stakeholders in the private, public, and civil sectors to meet custo...

Impacts of Political Instability on Economics in the MENA Region

Philippe W. Zgheib (Lebanese American University, Lebanon)

Political instability can harm economic performance and is likely to shorten policymakers’ horizons, leading to sub-optimal short-term macroeconomic policies. This i...

Social Partnership and Governance Under Crises

Carol Nelson (University of the West Indies, Jamaica)

Social dialogue is critical for defining relations within and between different constituencies and bringing divergent interests towards a consensus. To bring underst...

Promoting Productive Cooperation Between Space Lawyers and Engineers

Anja Nakarada Pecujlic (University of Cologne, Germany), Matteo Tugnoli (European Space Policy Institute, Austria)

A major non-technical challenge of space activities is ensuring productive cooperation, communication, and understanding between the engineers who design the mission...

Building a Sustainable Transportation Infrastructure for Long-Term Economic Growth

Olga V. Smirnova (East Carolina University, USA)

Long-term economic growth and increasing vehicle congestion is creating a greater demand for efficient and safe transportation. The high cost of maintaining and fixi...

Industrial and Urban Growth Policies at the Sub-National, National, and Global Levels

Umar G. Benna (Benna Associates, Nigeria)

Recent global shifts in population have led to the fast urbanization of Africa. For Africa and the developing world, choosing the right policy strategies, processes,...

Analytics, Operations, and Strategic Decision Making in the Public Sector

Gerald William Evans (University of Louisville, USA), William E. Biles (University of Louisville, USA), Ki-Hwan G. Bae (University of Louisville, USA)

Analytics for the public sector involves the application of operations research and statistical techniques to solve various problems existing outside of the private...

Social Jurisprudence in the Changing of Social Norms: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Karla L. Drenner (Purdue University Global, USA)

Equality is often trampled on by those who believe they are, in varying ways, superior. However, identifying how government systems can protect against discriminatio...

Handbook of Research on Advocacy, Promotion, and Public Programming for Memory Institutions

Patrick Ngulube (University of South Africa, South Africa)

Memory institutions such as archives, libraries, and museums collect, arrange, describe, and preserve their collections and holdings in order to make them accessible...

Capital Management and Budgeting in the Public Sector

Arwiphawee Srithongrung (University of Illinois at Springfield, USA), Natalia B. Ermasova (Governors State University, USA), Juita-Elena (Wie) Yusuf (Old Dominion University, USA)

To create an enhanced quality of life, attract business relocation, and enhance equity in access to public infrastructure, governmental bodies must take certain prec...

Marketing Peace for Social Transformation and Global Prosperity

Alexandru-Mircea Nedelea (Stefan cel Mare University of Suceava, Romania), Marilena-Oana Nedelea (Stefan cel Mare University of Suceava, Romania)

War and conflict continually plague many nations around the world and have led to mass causalities, a shortage of resources, and political turmoil. To eradicate this...

Mathematical Approaches to Understanding Democracy: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Alberto Arteta (Troy University, USA)

The democratic system is understood and accepted as the fairest form of government in Western countries. Nevertheless, citizens tend to critique their democratically...

Advanced Methodologies and Technologies in Government and Society

Mehdi Khosrow-Pour, D.B.A. (Information Resources Management Association, USA)

Governments must continuously update policies, laws, and legislation as the world continues to rapidly evolve due to technologies and changing cultural perspectives....

Handbook of Research on Promoting Peace Through Practice, Academia, and the Arts

Mohamed Walid Lutfy (London School of Economics, UK), Cris Toffolo (Northeastern Illinois University, USA)

Academic disciplines perceive tranquility and a sense of contentment differently among themselves and therefore contribute to peace-building initiatives differently....

Handbook of Research on Military Expenditure on Economic and Political Resources

Ramesh Chandra Das (Vidyasagar University, India)

As many countries have increased their budgets to allow for newer technologies and a stronger military force, defense spending has become a popular debate topic arou...

Technology and the New Generation of Active Citizens: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Paolo Beneventi (Independent Researcher, Italy)

New media forums have created a unique opportunity for citizens to participate in a variety of social and political contexts. The public is able to interact more eff...

Examining the Private Sector's Role in Wealth Creation and Poverty Reduction

Scott A. Hipsher (Webster University, Thailand)

The private sector is a vital factor in creating the wealth and economic growth needed to reduce poverty in a significant and sustainable manner. However, there are...

Positioning Markets and Governments in Public Management

Helisse Levine (Long Island University, USA), Karina Moreno (Long Island University, USA)

States and markets are integrated segments of government that rely on one another for efficient operation. Research on the workings and happenings among these two en...

Handbook of Research on Examining Global Peacemaking in the Digital Age

Bruce L. Cook (Chicago ORT Technical Institute, USA)

Violent behavior has become deeply integrated into modern society and it is an unavoidable aspect of human nature. Examining peacemaking strategies through a critica...

Establishing Food Security and Alternatives to International Trade in Emerging Economies

Vasily Erokhin (Harbin Engineering University, China)

The process of food production and distribution has grown into a global corporate system in recent years. This has caused significant impacts on sustainability on an...

Smart Technologies for Emergency Response and Disaster Management

Zhi Liu (Waseda University, Japan), Kaoru Ota (Muroran Institute of Technology, Japan)

Disaster management is an imperative area of concern for society on a global scale. Understanding how to best utilize information and communication technology to hel...

Driving Efficiency in Local Government Using a Collaborative Enterprise Architecture Framework: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Amit Tiwary (Principal Enterprise Architect, Australia)

The overall functions of a government impact a wide range of sectors in society. It is imperative for governments to work at full capacity and potential in order to...

Impacts of Faith-Based Decision Making on the Individual-Level Legislative Process: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Karla Drenner (Kaplan University, USA)

Increased diversity and shifting social identities have created significant effects on contemporary legislative systems. These shifts have altered how legislative bo...

Handbook of Research on Emerging Business Models and Managerial Strategies in the Nonprofit Sector

Lindy Lou West (Griffith University, Australia), Andrew Worthington (Griffith University, Australia)

Modern businesses exist in a dynamic and increasingly competitive realm. To remain viable, organizations must constantly adopt new methods and processes to optimize...

Ideological Messaging and the Role of Political Literature

Önder Çakırtaş (Bingol University, Turkey)

There are many avenues for displaying political agendas, with a prominent one being literature. Through literature, the voices of political parties and ideals can en...

Therapeutic Jurisprudence and Overcoming Violence Against Women

Debarati Halder (Centre for Cyber Victim Counselling (CCVC), India & Unitedworld School of Law, India), K. Jaishankar (Raksha Shakti University, India)

Law is a multi-dimensional aspect of modern society that constantly shifts and changes over time. In recent years, the practice of therapeutic jurisprudence has incr...

Public Sector Entrepreneurship and the Integration of Innovative Business Models

Mateusz Lewandowski (Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Poland), Barbara Kożuch (Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Poland)

While private, for-profit businesses have typically been the most experienced with entrepreneurship, the study of public sector business models is coming to the fore...

Handbook of Research on Citizen Engagement and Public Participation in the Era of New Media

Marco Adria (University of Alberta, Canada), Yuping Mao (California State University Long Beach, USA)

New media forums have created a unique opportunity for citizens to participate in a variety of social and political contexts. As new social technologies are being ut...

Global Perspectives on Development Administration and Cultural Change

Gbenga Emmanuel Afolayan (Murdoch University, Australia), Akeem Ayofe Akinwale (University of Lagos, Nigeria)

As countries around the world make continuous strides in developing their economies, it has become increasingly important to evaluate the different ways culture impa...

Handbook of Research on Managerial Solutions in Non-Profit Organizations

Vojko Potocan (University of Maribor, Slovenia), Mustafa C. Ünğan (Sakarya University, Turkey), Zlatko Nedelko (University of Maribor, Slovenia)

Non-profit Organizations (NPOs) are the fastest growing organizations in modern society. They exist in a liminal realm between public and private organizations, and...

Achieving Open Justice through Citizen Participation and Transparency

Carlos E. Jiménez-Gómez (Department of Justice of the Autonomous Government of Catalonia, Spain), Mila Gascó-Hernández (Institute of Public Governance and Management, ESADE Business and Law School, Spain)

Open government initiatives have become a defining goal for public administrators around the world. However, progress is still necessary outside of the executive and...

Emerging Strategies in Defense Acquisitions and Military Procurement

Kevin Burgess (Cranfield University, UK), Peter Antill (Cranfield University, UK)

Military and defense organizations are a vital component to any nation. In order to maintain the standards of these sectors, new procedures and practices must be imp...

Comparative Studies and Regionally-Focused Cases Examining Local Governments

Ugur Sadioglu (Hacettepe University, Turkey), Kadir Dede (Hacettepe University, Turkey)

In the era of globalization, comparative government and politics have come to the forefront due to the transformations of the social welfare state and the subsequent...

Theoretical Foundations and Discussions on the Reformation Process in Local Governments

Ugur Sadioglu (Hacettepe University, Turkey), Kadir Dede (Hacettepe University, Turkey)

Local government can be defined as a public entity acting as the sub-unit of a state or of a region, charged with the task of enforcing public policies. There have b...

Handbook of Research on Public Finance in Europe and the MENA Region

M. Mustafa Erdoğdu (Marmara University, Turkey), Bryan Christiansen (PryMarke, LLC, USA)

Since the 1970s, globalization has created an economic environment of interdependency between nations. Now, many countries in European and the MENA (Middle East and...

(R)evolutionizing Political Communication through Social Media

Tomaž Deželan (University of Ljubljana, Slovenia), Igor Vobič (University of Ljubljana, Slovenia)

Online platforms have widened the availability for citizen engagement and opportunities for politicians to interact with their constituents. The increasing use of th...

Social, Economic, and Political Perspectives on Public Health Policy-Making

Rahmatollah Gholipour (University of Tehran, Iran), Khadijeh Rouzbehani (University of Tehran, Iran)

Presently, the healthcare industry is grappling with many challenges both nationally and globally, including escalating costs, a move to a preventative care environm...

Ethical Issues and Citizen Rights in the Era of Digital Government Surveillance

Robert A. Cropf (Saint Louis University, USA), Timothy C. Bagwell (Walden University, USA)

Questions surrounding the concept of freedom versus security have intensified in recent years due to the rise of new technologies. The increased governmental use of...

Handbook of Research on Transitional Justice and Peace Building in Turbulent Regions

Fredy Cante (Universidad del Rosario, Colombia), Hartmut Quehl (Felsberg Institute, Germany)

In the era of globalization, awareness surrounding issues of violence and human rights violations has reached an all-time high. In a world where billions of human be...

Managing Big Data Integration in the Public Sector

Anil Aggarwal (University of Baltimore, USA)

The era of rapidly progressing technology we live in generates vast amounts of data; however, the challenge exists in understanding how to aggressively monitor and m...

Management and Participation in the Public Sphere

Mika Markus Merviö (Kibi International University, Japan)

Public policy has a dynamic effect on multiple facets of modern society. Methods for managing and engaging the public sphere continue to change conceptually across t...

Teaching Research Methods in Public Administration

Richard W. Schwester (City University of New York, USA)

While there are many ways to collect information, many students have trouble understanding how to employ various research methods effectively. Since everyone learns...

Emergency Management and Disaster Response Utilizing Public-Private Partnerships

Marvine Paula Hamner (LeaTech, LLC, USA), S. Shane Stovall (True North Emergency Management, USA), Doaa M. Taha (GMI, Ltd, USA), Salah C. Brahimi (GMI, Ltd, USA)

In a world of earthquakes, tsunamis, and terrorist attacks, it is evident that emergency response plans are crucial to solve problems, overcome challenges, and resto...

ICT Adoption and Application in the Malaysian Public Sector

Abdul Raufu Ambali (Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia & Kwara State University Malete, Nigeria), Ahmad Naqiyuddin Bakar (Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia)

Information and Communication Technologies hold great potential in facilitating public services; however, one of the main problems in applying ICT systems successful...

Human Rights and the Impact of ICT in the Public Sphere: Participation, Democracy, and Political Autonomy

Christina M. Akrivopoulou (Hellenic Open University, Greece), N. Garipidis (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece)

The creation of a new public realm through the use of the Internet and ICT may positively promote political liberties and freedom of speech, but could also threaten...

Chaos and Complexity Theory in World Politics

Şefika Şule Erçetin (Hacettepe University, Turkey), Santo Banerjee (University Putra Malaysia, Malaysia)

As an important research field in mathematics, chaos theory impacts many different disciplines such as physics, engineering, economics, and biology. Most recently, h...

Transforming Politics and Policy in the Digital Age

Jonathan Bishop (Centre for Research into Online Communities and E-Learning Systems, Belgium)

Digital technology and the Internet have greatly affected the political realm in recent years, allowing citizens greater input and interaction in government processe...