beleidsnetwerktheorie
Beleidsnetwerktheorie is a theoretical framework in the field of policy analysis and public administration that examines the complex relationships and networks involved in policy-making processes. Developed in the Netherlands by scholars such as Arend Pieters and Han Meerman, this approach acknowledges that policy decisions are often the result of interactions and negotiations among various actors, including government agencies, interest groups, advocacy organizations, and private sector entities.
At the core of the beleidsnetwerktheorie is the concept of a policy network, which refers to the
By analyzing policy networks, researchers and policymakers can gain a deeper understanding of the factors that
The theory has been influential in promoting a more collaborative and participatory approach to policy-making, emphasizing