Int J Health Policy Manag July 2021 PMID 33300771

"The Actor Is Policy": Application of Elite Theory to Explore Actors' Interests and Power Underlying Maternal Health Policies in Uganda, 2000-2015.

Moses Mukuru, Suzanne N Kiwanuka, Lucy Gilson, Maylene Shung-King, Freddie Ssengooba

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The discussions demonstrate high engagement with terms such as 'elite actors,' 'power dynamics,' and 'policy shaping,' expressing recognition of the study's critique of Uganda's maternal health strategies. Words like 'significant,' 'impact,' and 'urgency' underscore an interest in how elite interests have shaped health outcomes and policy effectiveness, indicating both curiosity and acknowledgment of the publication's potential influence.

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Most discussions acknowledge the relevance of elite influence in maternal health policies, although some express skepticism about the depth of the analysis.

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Participants show strong interest, often referencing specific terms like 'elite interests,' 'policy formulation,' and 'power dynamics,' indicating engagement with the subject matter.

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There is a moderate level of engagement, with posts sharing summaries, quoting research concepts, and mentioning the implications for global health goals, reflecting thoughtful consideration.

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The conversations suggest the publication has some influence, especially among policy-oriented circles, highlighting the importance of understanding power structures in health policy development.

Abstract in brief

The study applies elite theory to analyze how a small group of powerfully connected actors, including government officials and development partners, primarily drove Uganda's maternal health policies between 2000 and 2015, often prioritizing their personal and political interests over maternal mortality reduction.
Despite global goals like MDG 5 aimed at reducing maternal mortality, policies in Uganda during this period were mostly shaped by elites seeking to protect their own interests, often bypassing formal policymaking processes by framing policies as service standards or programs.
The analysis suggests that the dominance of elite interests in policy formulation contributed to the failure to achieve maternal health targets, as policies were less focused on substantive health outcomes and more aligned with maintaining elite power and influence.]

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