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Abstract

This study aims to examine isomorphism, network governance, and the spectrum of participation, as classified by the International Association of Public Participation, in the management of the elderly quality of life development and career promotion centers (EQCCs). This study applied the concepts of isomorphism from institutional theory, network governance, and spectrum of participation as defined by the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2), as the instruments for analysis. The findings revealed that EQCCs’ isomorphism emerged before and after the establishment. The three isomorphism mechanisms—coercive, mimetic, and normative—affected the isomorphism of the EQCCs, leading to organization homogenization. However, the management of the EQCCs was not defensive or as imitators. They also allowed others to imitate them through observation or lectures. Moreover, the EQCCs constantly collaborated with networks from the various sectors. Furthermore, the EQCCs allowed the public to participate, including driving throughout the processes, such as work plan proposals, activity development, management, and sharing opinions. However, for participation, the management of the EQCCs was at a level of collaboration.

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