This week, the Inteligov Community had the honor of welcoming a prominent figure in the political advocacy scene: Arquias Cruz, international advocacy advisor and professor of advocacy and public policy .
The online event featured a presentation by Gabriel Barreto, a specialist in RIG solutions at Inteligov . The lecture was aimed especially at professionals in institutional relations, government relations and related areas, with the aim of disseminating knowledge about the strategic role of advocacy in the context of public policies.
The Inteligov Community stands out as an interaction hub dedicated to professionals who share an interest in defending interests and fostering dialogue between the public and private sectors.
Its purpose is clear: to promote innovation, disseminate knowledge norway mobile database and enable valuable connections between members, providing a unique platform for the exchange of relevant ideas and experiences.
In this special coverage, we will present the main reflections and insights brought by Arquias Cruz, exploring the essential role of advocacy as a strategic tool in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of public policies , also focusing on international organizations.
The practice of advocacy in the international sphere
At the beginning of the debate, Gabriel comments on how politics that takes place in international spaces differs from institutionality at the national level, which is guided by the Legislative and Executive Branches, and civil society entities.
To contextualize the differences in advocacy practice between professionals who deal with national and international organizations, Arquias explains that the international sphere can present very challenging aspects, due to the language barrier and geopolitical dynamics .
“ The international sphere is very rich and challenging, precisely because it expands the range of possibilities, due to different environments, stakeholders, and also the geopolitical dynamics that are involved ,” says Arquias.
Arquias emphasizes that international political advocacy should influence political decisions by involving participation in international conferences, collaboration with international organizations and the promotion of issues at a global level .