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Transformation in Philippine local government

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  • Mendiola Teng-Calleja
  • Ma. Regina M. Hechanova
  • Ramon Benedicto A. Alampay
  • Nico A. Canoy
  • Edna P. Franco
  • Erwin A. Alampay

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This research examined the challenges, enablers and outcomes of organisation transformation in Philippine local governments. We combined a multi-case study research design and backward mapping approach in collecting and analysing narratives from 55 leaders in 9 Filipino local government units (LGUs) that have successfully undergone transformation. Results show that the transformations of the LGUs appear to have been catalysed by three interrelated elements: vision, LGU leadership and citizen engagement. The transformation in the local governments concentrated on multiple foci of reform including structure and systems improvement, culture change, human-resource development as well as policy and programme development. This holistic approach enabled the transformation of bureaucratic and unprofessional government service to transparent, professional and efficient public service that engendered pride, transparency and social equity. Implications of the proposed model for transforming LGUs and in developing LGU leaders for good governance are discussed.

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  • Mendiola Teng-Calleja & Ma. Regina M. Hechanova & Ramon Benedicto A. Alampay & Nico A. Canoy & Edna P. Franco & Erwin A. Alampay, 2017. "Transformation in Philippine local government," Local Government Studies, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 43(1), pages 64-88, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:flgsxx:v:43:y:2017:i:1:p:64-88
    DOI: 10.1080/03003930.2016.1235561
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    1. Charmaine B. Distor & Odkhuu Khaltar, 2022. "What Motivates Local Governments to Be Efficient? Evidence from Philippine Cities," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 14(15), pages 1-19, August.

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