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Governance

Definition

Governance refers to the process of decision-making and the process by which decisions are implemented (or not implemented). In terms of government, it's how public institutions conduct public affairs and manage public resources.

Analogy

Think of governance like being a team captain in a sports game. The captain has to make decisions for the team, implement strategies, and manage resources (like player positions and time-outs) to achieve their goal - winning the game.

Related terms

Public Policy: This is the action or inaction taken by governmental bodies in response to public issues. It's like the specific plays decided on by our team captain.

Political Culture: This is the set of attitudes, beliefs, and sentiments that give order and meaning to a political process. It's like the spirit or morale of our sports team.

Institutional Design: This refers to how institutions (rules, norms, behaviors) are created or adapted and then implemented. It's like deciding on what kind of training regime or playbook our sports team will use.