Civil society innovations in governance leadership: International demonstrations of integral development, the technology of participation and social artistry

As a primary governance actor, civil society has a unique and critical role to play in bringing new approaches, public accountability and diverse perspectives into policy formulation and programme development. Civil society can create and demonstrate innovative leadership processes to enhance participatory or democratic governance. As an alternative to a “command-and-control” leadership style, innovative leadership is facilitative, participatory, collaborative, creative, systemic and profound.

Related Subject(s): Democracy and Governance