CITIZEN PARTICIPATION AND ITS IMPACT ON PUBLIC MANAGEMENT IN PERU

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The Office of the Comptroller General of Peru has established mechanisms for citizen participation, including the Citizen Oversight Monitors Program. Under the program's oversight, accredited citizens are empowered to engage in the auditing of works, goods, and services. This program has garnered international acclaim, having been recognized with prestigious awards, and it is regarded as a pioneering instrument for fostering citizen control. Its adoption by other nations seeking to cultivate active citizen participation is a viable prospect. The objective of this research is to explain the impact of the program on public management in Peru. To this end, a qualitative approach was employed, entailing a documentary analysis of information primarily sourced from the Executive Management Reports issued by the Comptroller General's Office of the Republic of Peru from 2017 to 2023. The findings indicate that the program has facilitated early detection and prevention of irregularities, promoted savings and optimization of public spending, strengthened the oversight role of the Comptroller's Office, and promoted citizen empowerment. Despite its positive impact, the program continues to face limitations, including the absence of constitutional and legal support, insufficient technical training, and inadequate protection mechanisms for the MCCs.