Unpacking attribution and accountability in hierarchical cross-sector collaborations

Binzizi DONG (Presenter), Richard M. WALKER

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Abstract

Cross-sector collaboration is widely recognized as a crucial strategy for addressing complex societal challenges. However, how is blame and accountability distributed across different hierarchical levels when service failures occur? Our research, which includes a nationally representative survey experiment and an ethnographic study, shows that citizens tend to assign blame and accountability to the higher levels of the collaborative system rather than just the front-line sector directly involved in the failure. Additionally, we find that clearly defining the roles of each sector in this vertical hierarchy does not mitigate misattributions caused by perceptual biases and the prevailing negative sentiment towards international NGOs, exacerbated by the recent tensions between China and the Western world. This study contributes to blame politics through the lens of collaborative partnerships.
Original languageEnglish
Publication statusPublished - 29 Oct 2024
Event6th Vietnam Symposium on Leadership and Policy: Shaping Regional Development: Spatial Policies and International Practices from Urban and Public Management - Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
Duration: 29 Oct 202430 Oct 2024
https://vslp2024.sciencesconf.org/?lang=en

Symposium

Symposium6th Vietnam Symposium on Leadership and Policy
Abbreviated titleVSLP-2024
Country/TerritoryViet Nam
CityHo Chi Minh City
Period29/10/2430/10/24
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