This timely book addresses contemporary and future dynamics of collaboration, combining public, private, and nongovernmental resources at a time when global concerns - ranging from economic insecurity to environmental threats to chronic diseases - cannot be solved by single sectors. David Maurrasse reveals that government alone cannot adequately address the myriad challenges of our complex times. Therefore, while the idea of collaboration is increasingly popular, such efforts are difficult to implement. The author expertly analyzes the strengths, weaknesses, and potential of cross sector partnerships, transcending the public/private paradigm by integrating the social sector into its framework. A number of diverse case studies from across the globe are presented alongside strategies, opportunities and future challenges for strengthening partnerships. This book captures current thinking and approaches to partnerships leveraging the public, private, and social sectors to address pressing contemporary issues and stimulate innovation. As such, it will prove an invaluable reference tool for not only academics, students and researchers in the fields of public sector economics, public policy and business and management, but also for practitioners and policymakers involved in the review of specific manifestations of cross sector partnerships. Contents : Introduction Part I: The Concept of Strategic Cross Sector Partnerships 1. The Emergence of Strategic Partnerships 2. Characteristics of Partnerships 3. The Value of Partnerships 4. Making Partnerships Effective Part II: Partnerships in Places 5. Increasing Urbanization 6. Partnerships in US Cities 7. Partnerships in Europe 8. Partnerships in Emerging Markets 9. The Rural Challenge Part III: Partnerships Around Critical Issues of Global Significance 10. Meeting the Climate Change Challenge 11. Improving Global Health 12. Addressing Poverty Part IV: Challenges and Opportunities Going Forward 13. The Viability of Partnerships 14. Steps Forward 15. Conclusions and Recommendations References Index