Tag: accountability
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Improving local governance and service delivery : citizen report card learning tool kit : print version of the learning toolkit
Abstract: This self-learning course is designed to help users develop the basic knowledge and skills to implement Citizen Report Cards (CRCs), which is a simple but powerful tool to provide public agencies with systematic feedback from users of public services. Author(s): ADB; ADBI Source(s): , iii, 236 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2007 Asian development…
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Applying good governance concept to promote local economic development : contribution and challenge
Abstract: This paper applies the concept of good governance concept to the area of local economic development. Challenge pertain to the following issues: (1) the limitation of managerial capacity; (2) the lack of accountability; and (3) the inconsistence of leadership and policy. Author(s): Liou, Kuotsai Tom Source(s): , International journal of economic development; Vol. 9,…
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Participatory budgeting in Africa : a training companion : part II: Facilitation methods
Abstract: Part 2 of the companion dwells on putting participatory budgeting into practice. It gives examples of participatory budgeting case studies from African, Latin America and Europe and proposes solutions to key constraints to practicing participatory budgeting in Africa. Author(s): Matovu, George; Mumvuma, Takawira Source(s): , xi, 47 p., ill., tabs Published: 2007 Municipal development…
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The politics of partial decentralization
Abstract: This paper argues that unless local governments have the discretion to choose among competing uses subject to a budget constraint, and citizens know this and have a way of evaluating whether the government’s decision was a good one, the decentralization will only be partial. Author(s): Devarajan, Shantayanan; Khemani, Stuti; Shah, Shekhar Source(s): , 22…
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Empowering the marginalized : case studies of social accountability initiatives in Asia
Abstract: Thirteen case studies of social accountability, including citizen participation in public policy making, participatory budgeting, participatory gender budget formulation and analysis, independent budget analysis, public expenditure tracking, citizen monitoring, and social audits. Author(s): Sirker, Karen; Cosic, Sladjana Source(s): , WBI working papers ix, 86 p., ill., tabs WBI working papers Published: 2007 World bank…
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How not to decentralise : accountability and representation in health boards in Tanzania
Abstract: This paper investigates issues of representation of and accountability to users of public services in local management structures. The study challenges the assumption that user representation in health governance structures helps to make services better adjusted to their needs. Author(s): Boon, Suzan Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-08 24 p., ill., tabs SNV publications H0702-08…
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From government decentralization to decentralized governance
Abstract: Over the past decades, good governance came to be seen as transparent, representative, accountable, and participatory. The most successful experiments in decentralization have mobilized the support and commitment of political, governmental, and civic leaders to sustain governance reforms. Author(s): Cheema, G. Shabbir; Rondinelli, Dennis August Source(s): , 20 p. Published: 2007 The Brookings institution,…
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Public expenditure tracking in Tanzania at district-level : effects on local accountability
Abstract: This paper shows that Public Expenditure Tracking Surveys (PETS) improves accountability and responsiveness of local governments in Tanzania, but much needs to be done to increase efficacy, efficiency and impact. Author(s): Graaf, Kees De Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-07 20 p SNV publications H0702-07 Published: 2007 SNV Netherlands development organisation, The Hague (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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Nesting participatory fisheries management within district decentralisation : case of Mangochi district, Malawi
Abstract: If decentralisation is to lead to promotion of sustainable livelihoods, improved resource management and poverty reduction, local institutions will have to muster sufficient funding, adequate powers and have in place mechanisms for ensuring accountability. Author(s): Hara, Mafaniso Source(s): , 13 p., ill. Published: 2006 Indiana university. Digital library of the commons (DLC), [Bloomington, IN…