Tag: Mission Creep
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The Risks of Mission Creep for Local Governments and Public Institutions
Local governments have traditionally been responsible for specific functions, such as public safety and education. However, with the rise of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks and the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) trend, there is increasing pressure for governments to address extraneous priorities. This mission creep can have adverse effects on the primary services…
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The Dangers of Mission Creep for Local Governments: Balancing ESG, DEI, and Core Functions
Local governments have traditionally focused on specific functions such as public safety, education, and transit. However, there is increasing pressure from both internal and external sources for these organizations to address extraneous priorities, such as environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. This can lead to adverse results for…