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Participatory planning by the book : lessons from the region of Mopti, Mali
Abstract: This article describes the process by which Rural Councils in Mali establish local development plans in a participatory manner in order to qualify for a central Capital Development Fund grant. It looks at the preconditions for quality participation and making the decentralization process a success. Author(s): Bangaly, Mamadou Source(s): PLA notes; (2002)44, p. 39-42…
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Decentralization : false start or new dawn?
Abstract: Earlier false starts of decentralization are reviewed. It is argued that the balance of costs and benefits to both central and national governments in favour of the current decentralization efforts are presently positive. Author(s): Stren, Richard Source(s): Habitat debate; 8(2002)1, p. 1+3, ill. Habitat debate 8(2002)1 Published: 2002 United nations human settlements programme (UN-Habitat),…
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CLGF bulletin / Commonwealth local government forum
Abstract: The CLGF Bulletin is published three times a year and mailed out to members of the Commonwealth Local Government Forum. Author(s): CLGF Source(s): , Published: 2001 CLGF, London (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.clgf.org.uk/index.cfm/pageid/81/CLGF+Bulletin
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Local political and institutional structures and processes : a summary report
Abstract: This paper highlights a number of mechanisms created by communities to promote effective local governance, particularly in rural Africa. The two main questions are whether decentralization has fostered favourable central-local government relationships and inter-local organizational synergies. Author(s): Olowu, Dele Source(s): , p. 49-58 draft Published: 2001 United nations capital development fund (UNCDF), [New York,…
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Bibliographical bulletin on federalism
Abstract: The Bibliographical Bulletin on Federalism provides an overview of articles on the subject of federalism published in about 700 scientific journals in English, Italian, French, German and Spanish. It has two sub-sections on local government and decentralization. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2001 Centro studi sul federalismo (CSF), Turin (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.federalism-bulletin.eu/User/index.php?PAGE=Sito_it/bollettino
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What, why, and where
Abstract: The purpose of this section is to provide a broad overview of the many different types of decentralization which can be occurring across countries and even within the same country and sector. Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , [3] p. Published: 2001 World bank group, [Washington, DC] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www1.worldbank.org/publicsector/decentralization/what.htm
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Deepening democracy : innovations in empowered participatory governance
Abstract: Five experiments in participatory deliberative governance from Brazil, India, and the USA are examined. It is shown that these designs are more responsiveness, effective, fair, participatory, deliberative, and accountable than more conventional models. Author(s): Fung, Archon; Wright, Erik Olin Source(s): , Politics & society; Vol. 29, No. 1 p. 5-41 Politics & society Vol.…
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Fiscal decentralization : is it happening? : how do we know? : conference papers
Abstract: This paper looks at 3 policy issues: (1) decentralization is happening politically, but is it also fiscally? (2) is fiscal decentralization destabilizing growth; and (3) have any of the promised benefits of political decentralization been realized? Author(s): Ebel, Robert D.; Yilmaz, Serdar Source(s): , International studies program 12 p., ill., tabs International studies program…
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Local economic development : new generations of actors, policies and instruments : a summary report prepared for…
Abstract: In this overview of trends in local economic development in sub-Saharan Africa, three categories of local economic development initiatives are distinguished: (1) community based economic development; (2) business or enterprise development; and (3) locality development. Author(s): Helmsing, Albertus Hendrikus Johannes Source(s): , p. 59-78 draft papers Published: 2001 Human development resource network (HDRNet), [S.l.]…
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