Program Goal: To support inclusive, responsive, and accountable governance that addresses the needs and priorities of marginalized and vulnerable populations.

The inclusion of the Governance sector as a  thematic pillar in LASOONA’s strategic plan reflects a strategic shift towards enhancing the overall effectiveness and impact of its programs. The focus areas under this pillar – Right Awareness, Capacity Sharing, and Public Sector Engagement – aim to strengthen the governance aspects of LASOONA’s specific program areas.

• Right Awareness: This area focuses on increasing community awareness about their rights. It involves educational campaigns and initiatives to inform citizens about their legal rights, entitlements, and the means to access them. By empowering communities with knowledge of their rights, LASOONA aims to foster a more informed and active citizenry that can advocate for their needs and hold duty-bearers accountable.
• Capacity Sharing: This involves the sharing of knowledge, skills, and best practices to enhance the capacities of both LASOONA and its partner organizations and public offices. By building the internal capacities of community-based organizations and local institutions, LASOONA aims to improve the delivery and effectiveness of its programs, ensuring they are more responsive to the needs of the communities they serve.
• Public Sector Engagement: LASOONA plans to engage more actively with public sector entities to influence policy and decision-making processes. This includes advocacy, policy dialogue, and forming partnerships with government bodies to ensure that public policies and services are inclusive, equitable, and responsive to the needs of disadvantaged and at-risk communities.

Rights Awareness

Goal: Enhance community awareness and understanding of legal rights and civic responsibilities in the LASOONA’s specific program areas.

The goal of enhancing community awareness and understanding of legal rights and civic responsibilities is focused on empowering individuals with knowledge and skills to effectively engage in civic processes. Through awareness campaigns and educational materials, this initiative aims to foster a well-informed community that can advocate for their rights, participate in democratic processes, and contribute to a just and equitable society. The goal is pivotal in building a foundation for active and informed citizenship.

Capacity Sharing

Goal: Strengthen the capacity of Civil Society Organizations and government officials for improved governance and effective public service delivery.

The goal to strengthen the capacity of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and government officials aims to improve governance and public service delivery. By providing joint training programs and facilitating knowledge exchange, this initiative seeks to enhance collaboration, efficiency, and effectiveness in governance processes. It is centered on creating a synergistic relationship between CSOs and government officials, leading to improved governance practices and service delivery that better meet community needs.

Public Sector Engagement

Goal: Improve public sector engagement and responsiveness in governance processes in LASOONA’s program areas.

This goal focuses on improving public sector engagement and responsiveness in governance processes in LASOONA’s program areas. It involves conducting policy analysis to identify gaps and facilitate regular interactions between the community and public sector officials. The objective is to create a more transparent, accountable, and responsive public sector that effectively addresses the needs and concerns of the community, thereby improving overall governance and public trust.