Basic objectives of new public administration

The New Public Administration (NPA) movement, which emerged in the 1960s and 1970s, aimed to reform the traditional public administration model by introducing new values, principles, and practices. The basic objectives of NPA were:

  1. Participatory Governance: Involve citizens, stakeholders, and interest groups in the decision-making process to ensure that public policies reflect the needs and values of the community.
  2. Human-Centered Approach: Focus on the well-being and dignity of individuals, rather than just the efficiency and effectiveness of government programs.
  3. Decentralization and Delegation: Empower local governments, communities, and individuals to take ownership of public services and decision-making processes.
  4. Equity and Social Justice: Address social and economic inequalities by promoting fairness, equality, and justice in public policy and service delivery.
  5. Transparency and Accountability: Ensure that government actions and decisions are transparent, accountable, and responsive to the public.
  6. Collaboration and Networking: Foster partnerships and collaborations between government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private sector entities to achieve common goals.
  7. Innovative and Adaptive Management: Encourage experimentation, innovation, and adaptability in public administration to respond to changing circumstances and needs.
  8. Professionalism and Competence: Emphasize the importance of professional training, competence, and ethics in public service to ensure effective and efficient governance.
  9. Citizen-Centered Services: Design public services that are responsive to the needs and expectations of citizens, with a focus on quality, accessibility, and convenience.
  10. Environmental Sustainability: Promote sustainable development and environmental protection by integrating environmental considerations into public policy and decision-making processes.
  11. Inclusive and Representative Governance: Ensure that public decision-making processes are inclusive, representative, and reflective of the diversity of the community.
  12. Evidence-Based Decision-Making: Use data, research, and analysis to inform public policy and decision-making, rather than relying on intuition or anecdotal evidence.

These objectives reflect a shift away from the traditional bureaucratic and hierarchical approach to public administration, towards a more participatory, collaborative, and citizen-centered approach.