Document Type: Research Product

It can take a long time to see how open government policies materialize into concrete social, economic and political benefits for citizens. What have we learned from "early results" of open government commitments?

A platform for citizens to influence local development Martín González, former mayor and current advisor to the Paraguayan municipality of Itaugua, is a passionate local activist and a highly res..

OGP Fact Sheets offer summary and country-level information about open government work happening in each of the selected policy areas.

When you open government, what do you get in return? If you are asking this question, this guide is for you.

by Michael Karanicolas   This report examines data from three selected procurement systems to demonstrate the practical benefits of openness in public contracting, and speci..

by Dieter Zinnbauer Many activities related to opening government have a demonstrated, empirical potential to create business value, foster broader economic opportunities, and promote a b..

Civicus/OGP Companion Paper What civic space is and why it matters In order for civil society to function, flourish and play a full role in promoting democracy, development, good governance and ..

This paper is an OGP Support Unit/Independent Reporting Mechanism (IRM) collaboration authored by Tonusree Basu, OGP Thematic Partnerships Manager, and Denisse Miranda, IRM Research Manager. O..

by Graciela Beatriz Rodríguez Murano This study analyzes the policies implemented by the Government of San Luis (Argentina) in the period 2006-2013, as regards the Huarpe Guanacache San Luis a..

by Marina Lacalle One of the greatest challenges that governments face during the decision-making process is reaching consensus. It is challenging because it involves the participation of many..

by María Soledad Gattoni In the past few years, Argentina has gone through a cyclical process in terms of State openness public policies. The path traveled since the enactment of decree 1172/2003 o..

by Jorge Umaña Cubillo Costa Rica’s administration from 2014 to 2018 included open government as one of three pillars of the National Development Plan: “Open government at the forefront of the..