Reimagining Government - Centre for Public Impact

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Season Three Trailer Aug 20, 2024

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The Reimagining Government podcast will be back on September 4th, 2024! Our host, Adrian Brown, returns for season three to discuss some of the most pressing issues facing governments today.

Over six episodes, we're featuring insights from global thought leaders and changemakers, exploring topics like funding, impact, and the year of elections.

Listen to the latest episodes on your favourite streaming platform or visit our website: https://www.centreforpublicimpact.org...

Earned legitimacy Oct 18, 2023

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For a government to be legitimate, it must have its people's trust. But, many communities across the globe distrust their government.

This episode explores how governments can earn that trust and legitimacy. It is a gradual process that requires time and dedication. So, where do we start? Read the blog here.

Featured in this episode:

Adrian Brown (Host) - Executive Director, Centre for Public Impact
Naja Nelson (Host) - Senior Associate, Centre for Public Impact
Dr. Oliver Escobar - Professor of Public Policy and Democratic Innovation, The University of Edinburgh
Jaime Junior - Advocacy and Community Education Coordinator, Disability Network of Wayne County Detroit
Cathie Christenson - Team Lead, City of Calgary

Season one wrap-up Jun 03, 2023

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What have we learned from the first six episodes of Reimagining Government? Javiera Godoy, Katie Rose, and our host Adrian Brown revisits highlights, delve into the topics covered, and shares updates from the changemakers of season one.

Global Development May 04, 2023

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What might it look like to reimagine governance in global development where the Global South and Global North converge? In this episode, we shine a light on the people rethinking practices and challenging power dynamics in global development. Read the blog here.

Learn more about what it could look like to reimagine global development. If you're a public servant or government official, we want to hear your examples and experiences. Head over to Join the Apolitical Q&A discussion, and share your experiences with public servants worldwide.

00:00 - 03:58 - Introduction

03:59 - 14:18 - Julie Mwabe: Sustainable solutions require local knowledge and engagement

14:19 - 26:19 - Giulio Quaggiotto: The importance of innovation in global development

26:52 - 35:18 - Roopa Sahoo:Telling the stories of people in Odisha, India

35:19 - 45:58 - Sanjay Purohit: Collaborating across levels and sectors to scale solutions effectively in India

45:59 - 49:12 - Conclusion

National government 2.0 Feb 15, 2023

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What does it look like for national governments to adapt to the modern challenges we face today, and how can leaders share power with those best placed to act?

In this episode, we explore what it takes to rethink government at a national level, and speak to the changemakers who are spearheading efforts around the world. Read the blog here.

Learn more about what a reimagined government could look like. If you're a public servant or government official, we want to hear your examples. Head over to the Apolitical Q&A discussion, and share your experiences with public servants worldwide.

Host & Interviewees

00:00 Adrian Brown (Host) - Executive Director, Centre for Public Impact

02:06 Thea Snow (Host) - Director, Australia and New Zealand, Centre for Public Impact

03:58 Misha Kaur - Innovation Specialist, Observatory of Public Sector Innovation, OECD

12:25 Ruth Glassborow - Director of Improvement, Healthcare Improvement Scotland

15:15 Diana Hekerem - Head of Transformational Redesign Support, Improvement Hub, Healthcare Improvement Scotland

22:03 Olli-Pekka Heinonen - Director General, International Baccalaureate Organization (formerly Director General of the Finnish National Agency for Education)

29:34 Jolene Head - Director, Indigenous Procurement Policy, Public Services and Procurement Canada

39:04 Aaron Maniam - Deputy Secretary, Ministry of Communications and Information, Singapore Government

A more equal government Jan 05, 2023

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Once trust is broken, it can be hard to rebuild.

In this episode, we highlight the legitimacy crisis facing government. We examine how government leaders are addressing long-standing barriers to justice and civil rights, and how they are working to rebuild trust with communities that have been excluded by public institutions across the United States. Read the blog here.

Learn more about what governments can do to build their legitimacy here. If you're a public servant or government official, we want to hear your examples of how working to rebuild trust and improve access to public services for all communities. Head over to the Apolitical Q&A discussion, and share your experiences with public servants worldwide.

Health and social care Dec 07, 2022

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What might new government approaches to health and social care look like? In this episode, we speak to changemakers who are putting the needs of those they care for first, and look at systems around the world that have transformed care. Read the blog here.

Learn more about what reimagined health and social care services could look like here. If you're a public servant or government official, we want to hear from you! What’s the most inspiring example you’ve seen of collaboration in the provision of health and social care in your country? Head over to the Apolitical Q&A discussion, and share your experiences with public servants worldwide.

Climate action in cities Nov 17, 2022

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In this episode, we explore how changemakers in city governments are addressing climate change - the barriers they face, the risks they are taking and how they are finding local solutions to one of the most pervasive challenges of our time. Read the blog here.

Learn more about how cities can lead the charge towards a net zero, resilient future here. If you're a public servant or government official, we want to hear your examples of inspiring government climate initiatives. Head over to the Apolitical Q&A discussion here, and share your experiences with other public servants from all over the world.

A new vision for government Oct 18, 2022

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In this episode, we lay out a new vision for government - where it needs to be improved, and introduce you to the people who have dedicated their career to enhancing public services for all. Read the blog here.

If you're a public servant or government official, we want to hear your examples of how a new vision for government is working in your city or country. Share your reflections and learn from others in the episode Q&A.

Trailer: Reimagining Government Oct 10, 2022

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Governments are under increasing pressure to bring about the results people expect, while remaining trusted and relevant. And yet, the systems, structures, and processes of government today are often not set up to respond to the complex challenges we face as a society. In recent years, wicked problems such as the global pandemic, climate change, economic hardship, as well as a rise in misinformation have brought into sharp focus the need for government to work differently.

From the Centre for Public Impact and Apolitical, this podcast explores radical new approaches to addressing the most pressing issues of our time by speaking with public servants and politicians at the heart of government around the world.

Learn more about this emerging vision for better government at centreforpublicimpact.org

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