Local support is important for the longevity of conservation initiatives. The literature suggests that perceptions of ecological effectiveness, social impacts, and good governance will influence ...levels of local support for conservation. This paper examines these relationships using data from a survey of small‐scale fishermen in 11 marine protected areas from six countries in the Mediterranean Sea. The survey queried small‐scale fishermen regarding perceptions and support for conservation. We constructed composite scores for three categories of perceptions—ecological effectiveness, social impacts, and good governance—and tested the relationship with levels of support using ordinal regression models. While all three factors were positively correlated with support for conservation, perceptions of good governance and social impacts were stronger predictors of increasing support. These findings suggest that employing good governance processes and managing social impacts may be more important than ecological effectiveness for maintaining local support for conservation.
The article emphasizes that decentralization is aimed at significantly improving the quality of services in territorial communities through the use of new management methods. It is substantiated that ...the following areas require additional support and initiatives: medicine (secondary and higher levels), education (support for basic educational institutions), economy (creation of industrial parks, scientific and technical laboratories, support for startups), housing and communal services (waste management system). The article substantiates the relevance of the work on the development of united territorial communities, based on the implementation of effective anti-corruption measures and modern principles of good governance in the daily practice of management, as these are the priorities set today for local governments. Special attention is paid to the system of "good governance" as the newest form of communication between the public and the authorities. The aspects of improving the governance system are identified. The main management approaches used by successful local governments are described. In order for territorial communities to achieve the results of their activities not only today, but also in the future, modern approaches and practices for the development of dynamic organizations based on trust in government, effective communication, continuous learning and openness to change are proposed. It is proved that in order to bring the system of organization and functioning of public sector institutions closer to business approaches, it is advisable to apply a more business-oriented paradigm of the New Public Management and the principles of good governance. The essence of "good governance" as the newest form of interaction between public authorities and civil society is revealed. Recommendations in the field of management of territorial communities in the light of the concept of good governance are proposed. The aim of the work is to study the role of the newest concept of public administration in the management of territorial communities through a comparative analysis of the postulates related to the process orientation of local government and recommendations for the functioning of public administration in the light of the concept of good governance. The article proposes the use of the good governance cycle and the creation of Project Offices, which can become the basis for formulating recommendations in the field of process orientation in the functioning of the local government apparatus.
Abstract One of the new approaches to development is good governance model which has an effective role in controlling corruption, government effectiveness, political stability, quality of laws and ...regulations; therefore, the present study aims to identify and prioritize the factors affecting good governance with sustainable development approach. It was done in government organizations of Sistan and Baluchestan province. For this purpose, after defining the subject and conducting initial exploratory and library studies, the identified factors and components were weighed with the opinion of experts and after obtaining their corrective opinions based on the relevant statistical methods, analysis and finally the appropriateness of the model, components and factors. They reached a consensus. The statistical population in the qualitative part of the research includes 11 academics and professionals familiar with the subject who were selected in a non-probabilistic and judgmental manner and the required information was collected from them through a semi-structured interview method. In order to prioritize the research indicators, a researcher-made questionnaire was distributed among 400 managers and experts of the governorate, governorship and faculty members of the university in Sistan and Baluchestan province who were selected by stratified random sampling. Data analysis Obtained in this section was done using the Soara technique. Finally, the research findings showed the components of comment and accountability, quality of laws, corruption control, rule of law, transparency, vision and planning, effectiveness and efficiency, ethics, responsibility, trust, justice, poverty alleviation, economic growth Participation, institutional development, meritocracy, central trust and political stability, and anger, respectively, are important components of good governance with a sustainable development approach. Introduction One of the critical challenges and concerns that social scientists, elites, and politicians face in developing countries is the issue of development and underdevelopment (Yarahmadi and Almasifard, 2017). Recent studies show that the issue of governance may facilitate sustained development processes for nations (Zoheiri, 2014). Good governance as an innovative approach toward development is critically significant (Emam-Jomezade et al., 2016). Good governance is a novel narration of democracy, human rights, accountability, participation, and the rule of law. Further, it also provides a framework in which all these goals and values come together and pursue human development objectives, including public-based economic, political, social, and cultural development (Deghati et al., 2020). Therefore, developing countries like Iran must pay special attention to the concept of good governance and its effective factors to facilitate sustained development, particularly in border provinces such as Sistan and Balochistan Province. Case study The present research studies and prioritizes good governance model components focused on a sustained development approach in Sistan and Balochistan Province. Thus, the case study is selected public organizations in Sistan and Balochistan Province. Materials and Methods This is an applied mixed (qualitative-quantitative) research method. The qualitative research population included academic experts and practitioners in Sistan and Balochistan Province. 11 individuals were selected as research samples through the snowball sampling method. For the quantitative study, the research populations were 816 managers and state government and governorship experts in Sistan and Balochistan Province. Four hundred individuals were selected as the qualitative research sample through a stratified random sampling method. Research qualitative data were collected through desk research and research background. Then, the effective factors were measured using a semi-structured interview with experts. Research quantitative data were also gathered through a researcher-made questionnaire. Research qualitative data were analyzed by the Meta-synthesis method. Further, the research model was verified by the Fuzzy Delphi Method. Then, the structural equation modeling was also used through SMART PLS (second version). Moreover, the indicators were prioritized using the Soara technique. Discussion and Results The present research reviewed 54 good governance articles using a meta-synthesis method and determined the relevant codes. Then, 18 effective indicators were identified using the Fuzzy Delphi Method in two rounds to verify the research model. All 18 indicators were confirmed as the effective final indicators. In addition, the Soara technique results revealed that Voice and Accountability indicator (0.141) was the most significant factor for good governance focused on sustained development, followed by regulatory quality (0.131). The Control of Corruption (0.123) and Rule of Law (0.102) indicators were placed third and fourth. Moreover, finally, the last place goes to the Transparency indicator (0.995). Conclusion A deep understanding of the good governance concept could provide valuable criteria to help communities and governments better understand the relationship between various institutional forms and ways to offer socio-economic health for citizens. Indeed, citizens may hold the government accountable for any decisions that affect people. On the other hand, freedom is the inalienable right of any citizen; so, people must be able to choose their objectives and freely express their opinions as freedom of expression results in engagement and participation. Such participation legitimizes institutions and organizations on the one hand and improves life satisfaction and quality of life on the other hand.
The existing literature has predominantly focused on exploring how governance affects objective poverty measures; however, this study goes beyond by considering subjective poverty at the grassroots ...level, specifically in rural areas. Empirical analysis employing probit methodologies uncovers a positive and statistically significant correlation between governance quality and poverty. Notably, participation, accountability, public administration procedures, and e-government initiatives positively influence poverty levels. These findings highlight the importance of governance in improving the income and well-being of rural households. Furthermore, the study reveals that good governance practices have a positive impact on reducing the likelihood of poverty in rural areas, particularly among impoverished segments of rural communities. These results support the notion of a causal relationship between good governance and objective poverty, and shed light on the effects on subjective poverty. The study suggests several potential mechanisms through which this influence occurs, including the enhancement of e-government, participation, public administration procedures, and accountability. Districts with stronger village governance exhibit higher levels of participation and more effective decision-making processes that contribute to overall prosperity
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Effective water governance is essential for sustainable management of water resources, particularly within river basins where diverse stakeholders intersect.
Cultural evolution along these ...river systems has profoundly influenced water governance practices.
UNESCO heritage sites and intangible cultural heritage play a pivotal role in preserving traditional knowledge and practices related to water management.
By recognizing and learning from UNESCO sites, we can enhance contemporary water governance strategies.
As water experts, we recognize that the preservation of cultural heritage is inseparable from effective water governance. Let us continue to celebrate and protect these invaluable resources.
Introduction: Governance is in fact a process based on the interaction between the official organizations and institutions of the city administration on the one hand and non-governmental ...organizations and civil society organizations on the other hand. The optimal urban governance system is based on seven principles: participation, legitimacy, accountability, consensus building, efficiency and effectiveness, transparency and justice.Data and Method: This research is a survey type with a descriptive-analytical approach with the aim of practical adjustment and information in the field using a researcher-made questionnaire. The statistical population is the citizens of the Ghir city and the sample size is estimated 384 people based on Cochran's formula. One-way ANOVA and one-sample t-test were used for analysis. For this purpose، in this study، we have tried to examine indicators such as participation, responsibility, effectiveness, rule of law، transparency, central justice, consensus orientation and accountability. To measure each of the variables in the questionnaire, a 5-point Likert scale was used.Results: It shows that the average of all indicators of good governance from the perspective of citizens with a value of 2.66 out of 3 is in an unfavorable situation, which indicates the ineffective method of managers in the urban area and therefore to increase citizen participation in management Is that city officials provide the ground for citizen participation.Conclusion: Indicates the dissatisfaction of citizens that in this regar, city officials should provide the basis for increasing satisfaction with life in the city by using the opinions of people in the field of management and policies.
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