Fostering Accountability presents a model of child welfare decision making that holds public officials answerable for the integrity and validity of the actions they take on behalf of the children and families in their care. It operationalizes the concept of results-oriented accountability, which demands that administrators and practitioners show valid evidence of their success in improving child and family outcomes, not merely demonstrate mechanical procedural compliance. Drawing on the experiences of directors, staff, and evaluators, this timely and practical book describes the emergence of results-oriented accountability in child welfare with a special focus on the editors' role in establishing a university-agency research partnership under a federal consent decree. Chapters elaborate on the five successive stages of the results-oriented accountability framework-outcomes monitoring, data analysis, research review, evaluation, and quality improvement-and provide examples of applications of each stage for agency managers. By refocusing the emphasis on developing policies based on agency data, instead of purely reactive approaches that grasp at solutions and often fall short, Fostering Accountability guides administrators in monitoring outcomes, using evidence to select interventions to enhance results, and applying management strategies to evaluate and improve these efforts. The result is a pragmatic implementation guide for administrators seeking to bring safety, stability, continuity, permanence, and well-being to the lives of abused and neglected children in the United States.
The integrity of knowledge that emerges from research is based on individual and collective adherence to core values of objectivity, honesty, openness, fairness, accountability, and stewardship. Integrity in science means that the organizations in which research is conducted encourage those involved to exemplify these values in every step of the research process. Understanding the dynamics that support â€" or distort â€" practices that uphold the integrity of research by all participants ensures that the research enterprise advances knowledge. The 1992 report Responsible Science: Ensuring the Integrity of the Research Process evaluated issues related to scientific responsibility and the conduct of research. It provided a valuable service in describing and analyzing a very complicated set of issues, and has served as a crucial basis for thinking about research integrity for more than two decades. However, as experience has accumulated with various forms of research misconduct, detrimental research practices, and other forms of misconduct, as subsequent empirical research has revealed more about the nature of scientific misconduct, and because technological and social changes have altered the environment in which science is conducted, it is clear that the framework established more than two decades ago needs to be updated. Responsible Science served as a valuable benchmark to set the context for this most recent analysis and to help guide the committee's thought process. Fostering Integrity in Research identifies best practices in research and recommends practical options for discouraging and addressing research misconduct and detrimental research practices.
The compensating construct of resiliency, itself, has not been compared to the problem of loss of relevancy. Therefore, there is an open corridor for the enlightened therapist, career coach, or mentor to appropriately guide a troubled person with targeted challenges to transform themselves into a newly thriving being. This book explores the topic in detail with references to the literature where prior theory can be applied to advance this topic further. Anecdotal evidence supporting the authors’ perspective is presented, including several brief case studies of individuals who have thrived following cessation of their prior careers.
Introducing the key concepts in corporate social responsibility, Suzanne Benn brings together the essential issues relevant to the responsible management of businesses, not-for-profit organizations and government. With detailed coverage and cross-referencing for each concept and over 50 concepts introduced, this guide to both the theory and implementation of CSR and sustainability, provides an indispensable reference for any student of the subject.
"Building Stronger Teams with Rituals: Connecting, Enhancing Collaboration, And Fostering Culture" focuses on unlocking your team's full potential. In cultivating a cohesive, collaborative, and culturally vibrant team environment, this essential guide examines the transformative power of rituals. Implement effective rituals to strengthen communication, connect team members, and foster a positive culture within your organization through practical tools and strategies. For leaders and managers who want to elevate team dynamics and drive success through meaningful and impactful practices, this book is essential. Inside the Book You Will Find the following Chapters The Power of Team Rituals: Discover the transformative impact of team rituals. Understanding Team Rituals: Discover the fundamentals and significance of team rituals. The Benefits of Team Rituals: Collaboration, morale, and productivity are enhanced by team rituals. Designing Effective Rituals: Learn how to design meaningful and impactful rituals tailored to your team. Communication Rituals: Improve team communication through structured and purposeful rituals. Celebration and Recognition Rituals: Maintain a positive team culture through regular recognition and celebration rituals. Rituals for Building Trust and Camaraderie: Build trust and camaraderie within your team with effective rituals. Health and Well-Being Rituals: Promoting a healthy work environment through well-being rituals. Innovation and Creativity Rituals: Structured ritual practices stimulate innovation and creativity. Rituals for Remote Teams: Implement rituals for remote teams to enhance engagement and connection. Implementing and Sustaining Rituals: Strategies for successful adoption and long-term sustainability. Overcoming Challenges: Addressing and resolving common obstacles to ritual implementation. Case Studies and Real-Life Examples: Learn from real-life examples and case studies. The Ongoing Journey of Building Strong Teams: Build strong teams by continuing to evolve your team dynamics. This book brings unparalleled expertise to the table, written by Ziggy Rafiq, a distinguished professional with over 19 years' experience in Systems Architecture and full-stack development. Throughout his tenure as a Technical Lead Developer, Ziggy has demonstrated exceptional leadership and innovation. As a result of his groundbreaking work, he won the Shell Award in 2002 for developing an impenetrable login system, and he was named one of Microsoft's Top 10 Developers in the West Midlands at the Microsoft Hero Event in 2008. Among Ziggy Rafiq's contributions to the tech community, he has received MVP, VIP, and Member of the Month honors from C# Corner, and he is an active speaker and chapter leader at the UK Developer Community. His education includes an American Associate Degree in Interactive Multimedia Communication and a BA Hons in Interactive Multimedia Communication from the University of Wolverhampton, as well as a Harvard Business School Management and Mentoring certification. Since March 2024, Ziggy Rafiq has also been recognized as a Top Voice in the LinkedIn Community, ranking within the Top 1% and Top 2% among over 930 million members worldwide. In addition to Software Project Management, Agile Methodologies, Software Product Management, Software Engineering Practices, Enterprise Software, Database Development, Software Architecture, Technological Innovation, Data Architecture, Agile Project Management, and Agile Leadership, he is a leading figure in the field.
Currently, some 2,500 civilian experts work across Europe, Africa, and Asia in ten ongoing civilian missions launched under the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP). Mandates cover a broad range of multidimensional tasks, such as rule of law support, law enforcement capacity building, or security sector reform. Numerous (recent) incidents from the field underscore that there are serious institutional as well as procedural weaknesses and irregularities tied to accountability in these EU peacebuilding missions. This title offers a comprehensive legal analysis and empirical study of accountability concerning the Union's peacebuilding endeavours, also referred to as civilian crisis management. Along with examining the governance credentials of EU peacebuilding, the monograph thoroughly scrutinizes de jure and de facto accountability arrangements of political, legal, and administrative nature existing in the domestic sphere, at EU level, and across levels. With a view to providing for a nuanced picture, the assessment further distinguishes between different accountability finalities and evaluates the appropriateness of existing accountability arrangements in civilian crisis management based on a combination of quantitative and qualitative criteria.
‘Being More Accountable at Work’ is a comprehensive guide that empowers readers to embrace and embody accountability in the workplace. Through detailed explanations, real-life examples, and practical exercises, this book explores the definition and importance of accountability, highlighting its impact on personal and professional success. Readers learn to navigate the stages of accountability, set actionable goals, and foster a culture of accountability within their teams and organizations. With a focus on leadership, communication, and problem-solving, this book equips readers with the tools and mindset needed to take ownership of their actions, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively. By encouraging self-reflection and providing implementation guides, ‘Being More Accountable at Work’ serves as a roadmap for individuals and leaders seeking to enhance their accountability and drive positive change in their work environments. The book covers the following: ü Introduction ü Understanding Accountability ü Why is Accountability Important in the Workplace? The Benefits ü Consequences of a Lack of Accountability at Work ü Understanding the Stages of Accountability ü Steps to Accountability in Your Business/ Workplace ü Understanding the Accountability Ladder ü How to Use the Accountability Ladder in Leadership ü Accountability in Decision-Making ü Signs of a Workplace with Great Accountability ü Demonstrating Accountability at Work ü How to Encourage, Promote and Increase Accountability ü Strategies and Action Plans to Build in a Sense of Accountability in Employees ü Setting Accountability Goals ü Self-Assessment Tools for Ongoing Accountability Development ü Conclusion
