The Institute provides different program areas that help…
OPEN GOVERNMENT PARTNERSHIP
The Open Government aims to promote transparency and accountability in governance so that citizens are better able to participate in public decision-making. As a member of the Open Government Partnership (OGP) Steering Committee in the Philippines, the Institute provides advisory support on the development and direction of OGP in the country.
local governance
The Local Governance Program seeks to develop the capacity of local government units to effectively provide quality public services. In addition, the program’s objective is to promote partnerships between public and private stakeholders to work towards the collective goal of providing for the needs of their communities. This program not only works towards building the capacity of the public sector but also encourages the community to monitor the delivery of public services.
POLICY REVIEW
DLSU-JRIG provides policy advice to the following legislative bodies: Philippine Senate (Committee on Local Government) and House of Representatives (Committee on People’s Participation; Committee on Housing and Urban Development). The Institute engages with the Department of the Interior and Local Government, the Department of Budget and Management, and the Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council in the development and implementation of programs.
SDG LAB
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