Innovation in (Local) Public Administration : Insights for Local Governments-a Portuguese Perspective (Public Administration, Governance and Globalization)

This book examines the role of innovation in local public administration across Europe and highlights its value in terms of promoting sustainable development, inclusion and citizen participation. It examines representative practices in three key areas: environmental sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and citizen participation. The book emphasizes the need for local governments to adopt systematic measures that embed environmental sustainability, inclusivity and citizen participation into their administrative frameworks.