The cult of collaboration in public policy: CONTROVERSY/COMMENTARY

Janine O'Flynn

doi:10.1111/j.1467-8500.2009.00616.x

The cult of collaboration in public policy: CONTROVERSY/COMMENTARY

Janine O'Flynn^*

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Abstract

A 'cult of collaboration' is emerging in Australian public policy circles. In this article I argue this reflects a misunderstanding of the concept and its distinctive characteristics. Here I reintroduce collaboration vis-à-vis other forms of 'working together' and question whether we have taken a collaborative turn in public policy. In doing so I hope to contribute to a debate on the relevance of collaboration for public policy.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	112-116
Number of pages	5
Journal	Australian Journal of Public Administration
Volume	68
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-8500.2009.00616.x
Publication status	Published - Mar 2009

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