DoD Take a Knee. Let the NGOs Continue to Lead.

摘要

Failing social systems and failing governments in the third world leave the U.S. government searching for ways to leverage the capabilities and expertise of non- governmental organizations to help reverse these trends. Small steps towards a solution appear to be underway but they fall short of the need to build long-term trusting relationships foster transparent activities and achieve the complementary results necessary to garner the enduring support of the non-governmental organizations This essay examines three strategic alternatives to synergize efforts between U.S. government agencies and the non- governmental organizations conducting worldwide developmental assistance activities. Each alternative represents a viable solution with appealing aspects to be leveraged and concerning aspects to be mitigated. The three alternatives are weighed against the combined concepts of organizational identity and levels of trust theory to determine which best fosters enduring relationships transparency and yields the greater potential for strategic success. A best strategic alternative is recommended.