tillitslenkeet
Tillitslenkeet is a term encountered in Nordic governance and policy discussions to describe a set of institutional and social mechanisms designed to foster trust between citizens, organizations, and authorities. The concept frames trust as something that is built through deliberate practices as well as rules, rather than as a purely personal sentiment.
Etymology and usage: The precise linguistic origin of tillitslenkeet is not standardized, and the term appears
Definition: Tillitslenkeet encompasses formal mechanisms such as transparent decision-making, independent auditing, performance reporting, and robust data
Applications: The concept is discussed in relation to e-government, public-sector reform, corporate governance, and digital platforms
Examples: Examples drawn from policy discourse include open budgeting processes, public-sector performance dashboards, secure digital identity
Criticism and challenges: Critics warn that the term can function as a catch-all that risks masking power
See also: trust in government, transparency, accountability, governance, open data.