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Welcome to the Government Innovators Network

A Portal for Innovative Ideas

This portal is produced by the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard Kennedy School, and is a marketplace of ideas and examples of government innovation. Browse or search to access news, documents, descriptions of award-winning programs, and information on events in your area related to innovation. Additional resources include:

The Ash Center's Innovations in American Government Awards Program, and its affiliated international programs, are integral to the Government Innovators Network. Learn about the awards program and how to apply.


moreTop News Stories

 
Financial literacy initiative launched in RI

Topic: Finance
Real-Time Traffic Data Program Expands to 14 States

Topic: Privatization
So California Goes: In California, a Grand Experiment to Rein in Climate Change

Topic: *Accountability
App aims to connect military families with faster help

Topic: Defense Services
Cellphones Track Malaria in Kenya

Topic: Public Health
New Orleans unveils new technology to track blight

Topic: Health and Social Services
New App Opens Up Presidential Documents

Topic: E-Government
Can New Technologies Make Crosswalks Safer?

Topic: Economic and Community Development
Maryland to Deploy Statewide Health Benefit Exchange in 2013

Topic: Privatization
Using Twitter as a City's Suggestion Box

Topic: Housing

moreUpcoming Events

AAPA Annual Convention
October 21, 2012 - October 25, 2012
Mobile, LA
IMLA Annual Conference
October 21, 2012 - October 24, 2012
Austin, TX
NASCIO Annual Conference
October 21, 2012 - October 24, 2012
San Deigo, CA
APHA 140th Annual Meeting
October 27, 2012 - October 31, 2012
San Francisco, CA
NAHRO National Conference and Exhibition
October 28, 2012 - October 30, 2012
Nashville, TN
Singapore International TVET Conference 2012
November 6, 2012 - November 9, 2012
Singapore
NAEYC Annual Conference and Expo
November 7, 2012 - November 10, 2012
Atlanta, GA
APPAM Fall Research Conference
November 8, 2012 - November 10, 2012
Sheraton City Center Hotel

WHAT'S NEW
 
Management Insights for Public Managers
A Governing.com Series

Robert J. O'Neill Jr. argues that local governments are leading the way in engaging the public in decision-making and that technology is increasingly critical to this effort.

 
SPOTLIGHTS
 
Bright Ideas in Government

Harvard University's Ash Center recognizes 111 "Bright Ideas" in American government.


Better, Faster, Cheaper
Smart Ideas for Government

John Bernard proposes five steps to make government more effective and efficient.


Singapore TVET Conference

The Singapore International TVET Conference 2012 is an excellent opportunity to learn from and gain insights into Singapore's award-winning Technical and Vocational Education and Training system. Conference dates: November 6–9, 2012. More»

 
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Government Innovators Network was created by a team of distinguished partners, ranging from community-based enterprises to national organizations.

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