After the toolkit: anticipatory logics and the future of government
This article explores how anticipatory logics—drawing from foresight, futures thinking, and design—are shaping the future of government by creating space for innovative policy approaches, public participation, and proactive governance.
The authors examine how governments are increasingly using design and foresight methodologies to anticipate and address emerging challenges.
These approaches foster public engagement, creative problem-solving, and participatory governance, particularly in times of uncertainty. Case studies from Europe, Latin America, and Australia illustrate how governments and public innovation labs apply these methods to scenario planning, policy design, and service innovation. The article argues that anticipatory governance is necessary for public administrations to remain adaptive, responsive, and inclusive in the face of complex, evolving societal needs.
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