Ndërinstitucionalizmi

Ndërinstitucionalizmi refers to a theoretical framework within political science and international relations that analyzes the interactions and relationships between different institutions. It moves beyond studying individual institutions in isolation, instead focusing on how their structures, rules, and logics shape and are shaped by one another. This approach acknowledges that institutions, whether governmental, non-governmental, or international, do not operate in a vacuum but exist within a complex web of interdependence.

The core idea of ndërinstitucionalizmi is that the behavior of actors and the outcomes of policy processes are influenced not only by the rules of a single institution but also by the interplay between multiple institutions. This can involve competition, cooperation, or conflict between institutions, leading to unintended consequences or the emergence of hybrid forms of governance. For example, the relationship between national parliaments and international organizations, or between different agencies within a national government, can be examined through an ndërinstitutionalist lens.

This perspective is useful for understanding phenomena such as policy diffusion, institutional bricolage, and the challenges of coordinating action across different governance levels and sectors. It helps to explain why certain policies are adopted or rejected, how new institutions emerge, and how existing ones adapt in response to external pressures from other institutions. By examining the multidirectional influences and dependencies, ndërinstitucionalizmi provides a more nuanced understanding of power, governance, and institutional change in contemporary societies.