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Matt, Salimah, BSC Fellows and Assistants holding the PDIA in Action book

Building a coordinated service delivery model in the U.S. using PDIA

Guest blog by Debra Porchia-Usher Initial Expectations I entered IPP Online Course with excitement and with the expectation that guidance would be provided to simplify the proposed ‘public policy challenge’ facing myself and my colleagues. The timing was great, as my colleagues and I had recently committed to the design and execution of a coordinated service…Continue Reading Building a coordinated service delivery model in the U.S. using PDIA

Infusing fresh blood using PDIA in Nigeria’s Blood Services

Guest blog by Adaeze Oreh When I signed up for the Harvard Kennedy School Implementing Public Policy programme, I thought I knew quite a bit about my policy challenge! I was applying to the programme basically to figure out new concepts and get new tools that would help me as Director of Planning for Nigeria’s Blood…Continue Reading Infusing fresh blood using PDIA in Nigeria’s Blood Services

Economic growth strategies in North Macedonia

Guest blog by Jones Anthony – Growth challenge: Slower economic growth compared to neighboring countries      – Country/region/municipality: North Macedonia (NM) I gained a deep understanding of several key economic growth and public policy ideas from the course. The Product Space analysis is a game changer for my work on all future targeted industry strategies. Instead of…Continue Reading Economic growth strategies in North Macedonia

Debt Management Strategies in Kenya

Guest blog by Fredrick Oluoch Odhiambo 1. What were your expectations of IPP Online when you signed up? When I expressed an interest in the Implementing Public Policy (IPP) at the Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) Program, I was not sure I would get accepted, especially during these crises around the globe, particularly the COVID-19 pandemic that…Continue Reading Debt Management Strategies in Kenya

Complexities of multiple stakeholders in developing hydroelectricity in Pakistan

A closeup view of hydroelectricity infrastructure

Guest blog by Masood Ul Mulk I lead a public service organization (nonprofit) working in the northwest border regions of Pakistan, bordering Afghanistan, known for its turbulence, delivering development and humanitarian aid. The government presence is thin on the ground and service delivery in the region remains poor. Government policies change rapidly, as individuals and personalities…Continue Reading Complexities of multiple stakeholders in developing hydroelectricity in Pakistan

A reflection on changing policy process to PDIA methodology

Guest blog by Ben Wehmeier What were your expectations of IPP Online when you signed up? As I made the decision, there were two primary reasons I looked to sign up.  The first was the goal for professional development.  My main focus in my early career and formal education had really been on legal analysis and…Continue Reading A reflection on changing policy process to PDIA methodology

African Soccer and a Country’s Capabilities to Compete

Soccer ball on scocer field

written by Matt Andrews I wrote a blog post earlier this week asking if an African country has what it takes to win soccer’s World Cup. Some people asked why I chose that topic—and especially why I took the time to write this longer paper about it!  The reason is simple. I work on public policy, mostly in developing…Continue Reading African Soccer and a Country’s Capabilities to Compete

Exploring economic diversification in Azerbaijan

Guest blog by Gasimli Vusal “Leading Economic Growth” program gave us the know-how we can start implementing to promote economic growth in our city, region, or country at this difficult time. Staff ensured us that the more we invest, the more we will derive from the program.  My country, Azerbaijan, tripled its economy during the last 15…Continue Reading Exploring economic diversification in Azerbaijan

Developing the agriculture sector in Gabon

Guest blog by Dadja Tabo My background and goals As a leader of audit and advisory assignments working in a Big 4 consulting firm, I have developed an expertise in accompanying public sector clients (ministries, central administrations, states owned companies) in different fields of public policy making, policy evaluation (SMEs & private sector, investment promotion strategy,…Continue Reading Developing the agriculture sector in Gabon

Will an African country win the soccer World Cup?

written by Matt Andrews The Africa Cup of Nations soccer tournament began in Cameroon this week. It has already provided the excitement fans were hoping for. While watching, I wonder how African countries will perform in the World Cup tournament at the end of the year. Is this the tournament where an African team wins,…Continue Reading Will an African country win the soccer World Cup?