Category: Ref-Website
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Local democracy watch
Abstract: Local Democracy Watch is an independent non-profit, non-partisan, non-government network with a vision to watch over a local democratic culture and value and create conscious citizens who will be the champion of good governance, monitor human rights and ensure freedom of expression. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 Local democracy watch, [S.l.] (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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Planact : making towns & cities work for people
Abstract: Planact is a people-centred, community development organization in Gauteng, South Africa. It builds the capacity of civil society to engage with government and become partners in development, targeting the most marginalized and disadvantaged communities. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 Planact, Braamfontein (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.planact.org.za/
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UCLG Capacity and institution building working group (CIB WG)
Abstract: UCLG’s CIB WG brings together professional practitioners from local governments and LGAs, active in the field of Municipal International Cooperation and Association Capacity Building programmes. Author(s): UCLG Source(s): , Published: 2012 United cities and local governments (UCLG), [Barcelona] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.cib-uclg.org/home
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ICMA : leaders at the core of better communities
Abstract: ICMA, the International City/County Management Association, develops and advances professional local government management to create sustainable communities that improve lives worldwide. It provides member support, publications, peer assistance, and training and professional development. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 International city/county management association (ICMA), Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://icma.org/en/icma/home
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Uganda land alliance
Abstract: The ULA aims to enhance access, control, and ownership of land by poor and marginalized women, men, and children through the promotion of fair laws and policies aimed at protecting their land rights. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 Uganda land alliance (ULA), Kampala (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://ulaug.org/
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The Hunger project : empowering women and men to end their own hunger
Abstract: The Hunger Project carries out its mission through three activities: mobilizing village clusters at the grassroots level to build self-reliance, empowering women as key change agents, and forging effective partnerships with local government. Author(s): The Hunger Project Source(s): , Published: 2012 The Hunger project, New York, NY (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.thp.org/
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Public sector governance reform
Abstract: Oxford Policy Management Ltd (OPM) is an independent UK consulting company who have been contracted to conduct an evaluation of support to Public Sector Governance Reform (PSGR) in developing countries over the last ten years (2001-2010), with the specific objective of improving future support. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 Oxford policy management, Oxford (English…
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African governance forum (AGF) : sharing best African governance practices
Abstract: Since 1997, the African Governance Forum (AGF) serves to discuss subjects of importance to the advancement of democratic governance on the African continent. Subjects included conflict management, local governance (AGF-V), poverty reduction, accountability, and transparency. Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , Published: 2012 United nations development programme (UNDP). African governance forum (AGF), New York, NY [etc.]…
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Global uncertainties : security in an Africa of networked, multi-level governance
Abstract: This research programme (2009-2012) of conflict management in Africa is built on the observation that all governance (esp. in Africa) is multi-levelled and networked – from the village to the international organisation, and well beyond what is specified in formal government structures. Author(s): IDS Source(s): , Published: 2012 Institute of development studies (IDS), Brighton…
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BTC : Belgian development agency
Abstract: BTC advises and supports central and local authorities. Several aspects are dealt with: developing a coherent institutional framework, developing partner capacities, drawing up local development plans, organizing local tax systems, and providing investment budgets. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 Belgian development agency (BTC), Brussels (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.btcctb.org/en/theme/decentralisation