The Arithmetics of Democracy + The Global Shapers Gurugram Hub!
Policy Post #152
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Trust you’re well :) We’ve packed this week’s newsletter with some fantastic resources and opportunities for you. Dive into our research highlight featuring Banishing Bureaucracy, which offers innovative strategies for government reinvention. Also, don’t miss the chance to apply for the Global Shapers Gurugram Hub and join a vibrant community of changemakers!
Check out our video highlight that challenges traditional voting systems and encourages us to rethink democracy. Plus, as always, we’ve curated a list of exciting job and internship opportunities in public policy and beyond.
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With that, we bring to you: Policy Post #152!
Policy Charcha 💬
The best of Podcasts, Videos, Essays, Fellowships and other Career resources from the world of Policy and Governance from the week gone by!
📝 Research Highlight:
Banishing Bureaucracy by David Osborne and Peter Plastrik offers a blueprint for government reinvention, focusing on five key strategies: empowering citizens, decentralizing authority, cutting red tape, prioritizing performance, and leveraging technology. This book provides valuable insights for those seeking to improve efficiency and effectiveness in government.
💻 Opportunity Highlight:
Looking to join a community of young leaders driving change in Gurugram? Apply to be part of Global Shapers Gurugram Hub, where you'll collaborate on impactful projects and connect with a global network of changemakers.
🔎 Databases and Guides:
100s of free Career Resources + Databases ✨
Video Highlight:
👉🏽 This video on Why Democracy is Mathematically Impossible explores the complexities of democratic voting systems, highlighting how traditional methods like first-past-the-post can lead to irrational outcomes and poor representation. It examines issues like the spoiler effect and strategic voting while introducing alternatives like ranked-choice voting. With engaging examples and historical insights, the video urges viewers to reconsider how we choose our leaders and the fairness of our electoral processes.
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Careers Corner 💼
A curated list of some of the best jobs and internship opportunities this week from the world of public policy, the development sector, impact consulting and communications at large.
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