The aims of the course
Pursuing a more democratic e-governance system is crucial, emphasizing resilience and innovation to steer modern democratic public administration forward. SeGRID is part of the Swedish Institute Academy for Young Professionals (SAYP) and is designed to enhance actors’ skills to tackle challenges associated with sustainable digital governance. This course facilitates interactive learning, grounded in both theoretical insights and practical applications.
Digital tools and services have proven to enhance efficiency within the public sector, addressing challenges related to democracy, sustainability, and corruption mitigation. However, a deficient implementation of digitalization in public administration could potentially exacerbate citizen trust by diminishing social and political engagement and undermining state legitimacy. To navigate these complexities, digitalisation and political science researchers from Linköping University have curated an interactive program. The project team, with extensive experience in fostering democratic and legitimate digital governance, collaborates closely with municipalities and public authorities across Sweden, thus integrating theoretical knowledge with practical experience.
Sustainable governance in the context of digital government presents complex and context-specific challenges. This course aims to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and tools to identify and address critical issues of sustainable digital governance. Additionally, it seeks to underscore the opportunities digital government can offer for supporting citizen trust and government legitimacy. Focusing on the Eastern Partnership countries, the course shares valuable insights from Sweden's experience, providing a platform for participants to broaden their networks within the Eastern Partnership region and Sweden. Are you ready to expand your knowledge, meet inspiring experts and connect to young and dedicated leaders?
Who can participate?
We welcome key actors involved in digitalisation of public administration and public services. Our course turns essentially to:
- Professionals in public administration, business, civil society and politics.
- Who have a mandate to drive change in their organisation
- Who are subject specialists or otherwise connected to the digitalisation of public services and public administration
In order to be eligible, you also have to:
- Be a citizen of one of the following countries: Armenia, Belarus* , Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Georgia, Moldova, Poland, Sweden, and Ukraine. ( * As a consequence of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and Belarus' active participation, it is not possible for public sector employees in Belarus to participate in SAYP activities).
- Have a good command of the English language.
- Have a relevant higher education (bachelor’s or master’s degrees, at least).
- Be 25-40 years old (born 1984-1999).
The advanced content of the lectures, assignments, and discussions requires participants to have a solid foundation in, and practical experience with, digital government or digital services. Alternatively, participants should demonstrate a keen interest in exploring how digital government can serve as a catalyst for overcoming challenges related to democracy, transparency, equality, efficiency, and resilience within a sustainable public administration framework. Additionally, they are expected to convey a commitment to leveraging the insights and skills gained through the program in their professional endeavour upon returning to their respective roles.