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Good Whole of Government (WoG) Practices to Support & Align IPPFCs
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This page describes a good practices to align and support Intersectoral Policy-Program Coordination Frameworks (IPPCFs) that should be purposefully selected by each country to promote different aspects of the education and development of young people. The drop-down menu on the right hand side of this page lists several good practices in WoG approaches. Use that menu to find examples, evidence and guidance about such WoG practices.
Whole-of-government policies, plans and strategies for the overall development of children and youth in early childhood, primary and secondary schools often involve coordination among various government departments and agencies to ensure that young people receive comprehensive support in areas such as education, health, social services, and youth development. These WoG policies, plans and strategies should use the school as a hub for inter-ministry coordination. They start with or be aligned within broader whole of government (WofG) policy and strategies for the social and economic of the entire population. School-based and school-linked WoG policies, plans and strategies should address the needs of every child (inclusion & equity) and the whole child, They require that education ministries coordinate with other ministries which must be resourced to provide funding, staff, and advice to school-based and school-linked programs. Other Whole of Government (WoG) strategies on children and youth an be led by any ministry but any efforts to fully engage school systems should be aligned and coordinated by using the school-system as a hub to avoid competition and duplication of efforts and resources within the education sector. WoG strategies can also support issue-specific programs or sector-wide approaches with one or a few ministries. However, unless they are part of a broader plan and structure for all ministries, all children and promoting the overall development of the whole child, they can also end up competing with each other. CLICK ON THE "ENCYCLOPEDIA ENTRY" TAB ABOVE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ESSENTIAL FEATURES, EXAMPLES AND EVIDENCE SUPPORTING THIS WoG PRACTICE |
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Use the drop down menu below to access descriptions , examples and links on several good practices in Whole of Government (WoG) approaches.
Whole of Government (WoG):
List of Good practices - Macro-Policy on Children & Youth - WoG Policy/Plan Whole Child/Every Child - Required Use of IPPCF Frameworks - Required Coordination of Programs - Several Data Sources/ Regularly Compiled - Defined National Priorities for Child/Youth - Focus Resources on 4-5 National Priorities - Regular Surveys of Policies & Programs - Reciprocal, Negotiated, Strategic Inter-Ministry Partnerships - Education Ministry as Host & Co-Lead - Anchor Other Ministry Roles in their Core Mandates & Programs - Defined Roles for Front-Line Staff and Local Agencies - Regular reports on IPPCF Capacities - Senior & Middle Manager Involvement - Negotiate Formal & Informal Boundaries - Use of Inter-Ministry Mechanisms/Agencies - Comprehensive Inter-Ministry Agreements - Support for Core Components (Core H&LS curriculum , integrated student services etc from each IPPCF and ministry - Use of Joint Sector Reviews & Planning - Jointly named Inter-Ministry Coordinators - Defined job descriptions, competencies and development for Inter-Ministry Coordinators - Donors & Internal Funding Enable "blended funding" at local or regional levels |
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This tab on this page provides a summary of the evidence for, examples and guidance about WoG policies, plans and strategies on overall development and education of children and youth (whole child, every child approach).
Whole-of-government policies, plans and strategies for the overall development of children and youth in early childhood, primary and secondary schools often involve coordination among various government departments and agencies to ensure that young people receive comprehensive support in areas such as education, health, social services, and youth development.
These WoG policies, plans and strategies should use the school as a hub for inter-ministry coordination. They start with or be aligned within broader whole of government (WofG) policy and strategies for the social and economic of the entire population. School-based and school-linked WoG policies, plans and strategies should address the needs of every child (inclusion & equity) and the whole child, They require that education ministries coordinate with other ministries which must be resourced to provide funding, staff, and advice to school-based and school-linked programs.
Whole of Government (WoG) strategies on children and youth an be led by any ministry but any efforts to fully engage school systems should be aligned and coordinated by using the school-system as a hub to avoid competition and duplication of efforts and resources within the education sector. WoG strategies can also support issue-specific programs or sector-wide approaches with one or a few ministries. However, unless they are part of a broader plan and structure for all ministries, all children and promoting the overall development of the whole child, they can also end up competing with each other.
Here are some of the essential features of WoG policies and plans promoting the overall development of the whole child and every child:
Examples
The early childhood education & care sector often uses a whole child approach. Examples include
Young adults can also be served by WoG policies, plans and strategies using the Adult education sector as the hub
Whole-of-government policies, plans and strategies for the overall development of children and youth in early childhood, primary and secondary schools often involve coordination among various government departments and agencies to ensure that young people receive comprehensive support in areas such as education, health, social services, and youth development.
These WoG policies, plans and strategies should use the school as a hub for inter-ministry coordination. They start with or be aligned within broader whole of government (WofG) policy and strategies for the social and economic of the entire population. School-based and school-linked WoG policies, plans and strategies should address the needs of every child (inclusion & equity) and the whole child, They require that education ministries coordinate with other ministries which must be resourced to provide funding, staff, and advice to school-based and school-linked programs.
Whole of Government (WoG) strategies on children and youth an be led by any ministry but any efforts to fully engage school systems should be aligned and coordinated by using the school-system as a hub to avoid competition and duplication of efforts and resources within the education sector. WoG strategies can also support issue-specific programs or sector-wide approaches with one or a few ministries. However, unless they are part of a broader plan and structure for all ministries, all children and promoting the overall development of the whole child, they can also end up competing with each other.
Here are some of the essential features of WoG policies and plans promoting the overall development of the whole child and every child:
Examples
The early childhood education & care sector often uses a whole child approach. Examples include
- Finland is known for its comprehensive early childhood education and care system, which is integrated with the education system and emphasizes play-based learning and the holistic development of children.
- Singapore has a comprehensive early childhood development system that includes early education, healthcare, and social services. The country places a strong emphasis on the importance of early childhood development in preparing children for future success.
- Canada has a strong focus on early childhood development through initiatives such as the Early Childhood Development Agreement, which aims to improve outcomes for young children by supporting families and communities.
Young adults can also be served by WoG policies, plans and strategies using the Adult education sector as the hub
This tab on this page provides examples of, evidence for, and guidance about WoG policies, plans and strategies on overall development and education of children and youth (whole child, every child approach).
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- Introduction & Overview
- Education Equity, Inclusion & Success - Intersectoral Policy-Program Coordination Frameworks (IPPCFs) (published at global level)
- Multi-component Approaches (MCAs)
- Core Components
- Macro & Specific Policies
- Instruction & Extended Education
- Education Promoting HSPSSD
- H&LS/PSH Curricula & Instruction
- Physical Education
- Home Economics/Family Studies/Financial Literacy
- Promoting HPSSD within Other Subjects
- Moral/Religious Education - Extended Education Activities
- Health, Social & Other Services
- Psycho-Social Environment & Supports
- Staff Wellness
- Student Conduct & Discipline
- Engaging/Empowering Youth
- Parent Participation
- Community Involvement
- Physical Environment & Resources
- How to Build a Multi-Intervention Program
- Learning/Behaviour Models (LBMs)
- Behaviour & Learning Theories
- Government/Inter-sector Actions & Levers
- Whole of Government Strategies
- National Action Plans
- Declarations & Consensus Statements
- Standards & Procedures
- Inter-Ministry Coordination
- Inter-Ministry Committees
- Inter Ministry Coordinators
- Inter-Ministry Agreements
- Inter-Ministry Mechanisms
- Joint Ministry Decision-making - Inter-Agency Coordination
- Inter-Professional Coordination
- Workforce Planning in HPSD
- Teacher Education & Development
- Early Childhood Educators
- Primary School Teachers
- Secondary PSHE Specialists
- Home Economics Specialists
- Physical Education Specialists
- School Counsellors
- School Psychologists
- School Principals - Preparing Other Professionals to Work with or within Schools
- School Nurses
- School Social Workers
- School Resource (Police) Officers
- Security/Civil Protection Guards
- Teaching/Learning Assistants
- School Administrative/Clerical Staff
- School Maintenance Staff
- Pastoral Counsellors
- Community Volunteers & Elders
- Emergency Relief Aid Workers
- Development Aid Workers
- A Systems Focused Paradigm
- Contextualizing Approaches & Programs
- Implement, Maintain, Scale Up & Sustain Programs & Approaches
- System & Organizational Capacities
- Integrate Within Education System Mandates, Concerns & Constraints
- Better Use of Systems Science & Organizational Development Tools