How Do Governmental
and Nongovernmental Organizations (NGOs) Influence Decision Making?
The different ways government agencies and nongovernmental organizations
influence decisions are wide-ranging and varied from one entity to another.
Government agencies have structured ways to make decisions within their
delegated and mandated powers, which may be influenced by political
processes, public opinion, scientific data, economics, and other external
factors. NGOs may use political processes, public relations, education,
and economics to influence public decision-making processes and may
seek opportunities to be actively involved in collaborative processes.
The organizational culture, level of authority, reputation, expertise, public support, and many other factors can all determine how much or how little influence an agency or organization will ultimately have on decision making.
How Can Knowing This Help Me?
Knowing how your own agency and other agencies and organizations influence
decision making can help answer many questions, including
- What issues should be avoided?
- How do you determine the most effective interagency coordination?
- What level of decision making is appropriate for an agency?
- How do you avoid bias?
- Who is responsible for what?
- How do you involve stakeholders in the development and execution
of policies?
What Are Some Tools I Can Use?
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