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Public sector readiness for value co-creation: the diffusion of a governance innovation

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  • Kenneth Nordberg
  • Inga Narbutaité Aflaki

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Public services, particularly in sparsely populated areas, are increasingly required to demonstrate their value—especially in terms of the public benefits they provide to local communities. In Scandinavia, local civil society organizations have long been overlooked as key partners in creating public value together with municipalities. Since 2010, Sweden has been experimenting with collaborative co-creation models that involve both municipal and third sector service providers. This article explores the specifics and reception of such models in rural areas of Finland and identifies the key lessons learned. It delves into the impact of legal frameworks and entrenched public sector norms on the success of these initiatives. The aim is to enhance the understanding of the prerequisites for applying this model among public and civil society actors.

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  • Kenneth Nordberg & Inga Narbutaité Aflaki, 2025. "Public sector readiness for value co-creation: the diffusion of a governance innovation," Public Money & Management, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 45(5), pages 435-446, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:pubmmg:v:45:y:2025:i:5:p:435-446
    DOI: 10.1080/09540962.2024.2397050
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