Building Trust and Transparency in Educational Management
Tarcisius Niwagaba
Faculty of Education Kampala International University Uganda
Email: tarcisius.niwagaba@kiu.ac.ug
ABSTRACT
Trust and transparency are foundational to the effective management of educational institutions, fostering collaboration, accountability, and innovation. This paper examines the role of trust in enhancing communication, morale, and efficacy among educational stakeholders while emphasizing the multidimensional nature of trust, encompassing interpersonal, institutional, and systemic levels. Transparency is equally critical, promoting openness in decision-making, information accessibility, and ethical governance. Challenges and strategies for cultivating these values in diverse educational contexts are discussed, supported by case studies and best practices. The analysis highlights how a culture of trust and transparency drives sustainable educational reforms and strengthens community engagement.
Keywords: Educational management, trust, transparency, stakeholder collaboration, ethical governance.
CITE AS: Tarcisius Niwagaba. (2025). Building Trust and Transparency in Educational Management. Research Output Journal of Education, 5(1):9-13. https://doi.org/10.59298/ROJE/2025/51913