The concept of ‘public sphere’ remains one the most disputed landmarks within inquiries and debates upon sources legacies Romanian transition. Drawing on arguments Frazer, Hauser, others, present article argues that nowadays reconfiguration public sphere in Romania is influenced by ascent hybrid public-private arenas enabled a rhetorical function internet. discusses sources, genesis context evo...

This article examines the application of one forms modern public management—public–private partnership (PPP)—in forestry sector. contributes to search for new and methods that uphold principles sustainable development, decentralization, liberalization capitalization natural resources. The purpose this study is determine characteristic features advantages PPP as a special between state business-...

Abstract In the last few years, plastic has become an issue of current interest as tremendous ecological effects from littering have visible. Taking role consumers into account, activities comprising purchasing decisions and political engagement are expected to help prevent pollution. The goal this study was examine antecedents three potential reduction activities: purchasing, activism, policy ...

Abstract Drawing on qualitative research with resettled Syrian refugee families in Oxfordshire, UK, this article explores changes gender roles and norms within these families. While issues related to the integration of refugees have been a central concern policy discussions Global North, most undertaken has ‘gender-blind’, consequently making invisible different experiences encountered by male ...

This paper investigates the relevance of government purchasing behavior for innovationbased economic growth. We construct a parsimonious Schumpeterian growth model in which demand from the public sphere can effectively alter the economy’s rate of technological change. We incorporate results of various empirical studies arguing that public sector demand acts as incentive for private innovation a...