Tag: accountability
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Local community participation for sustainable water resource management
Abstract: The concept of subsidiarity in governance is illustrated using the case of the Azraq Oasis Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) project in Jordan, where the REWARD methodology was used to enhancing ownership, transparency and empowerment at the local level. Author(s): Haddad, Fidaa Fawwaz Source(s): , 8 p., ill. Published: 2011 International water association (IWA),…
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Corruption, accountability, and decentralization : theory and evidence from Mexico
Abstract: Theory holds that decentralized governments that rely on own-source revenues should be more fiscally efficient than decentralized governments that rely on grant financing. This was confirmed by data from Mexico. Also, poverty – a measure of uninformed citizens – led to greater corruption. Author(s): Goodspeed, Timothy J. Source(s): , 32 p., ill., graphs, tabs…
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Local governance user guides
Abstract: One of a set of user guides designed to provide practical insight into different approaches to diagnosing and analysing corruption. This guide gives an overview of the different approaches, data sources, issues and challenges, and promising practices for reducing corruption in local governments. Author(s): Source(s): , 1 file Published: 2011 Gateway, Berlin (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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Recognising community voice and dissatisfaction : a civil society perspective on local governance in South Africa
Abstract: The meaning of community protests for local governance in South Africa is examined. The report is organized into 3 sections: concepts of participation and democracy; state-organised structures of participation; and community-created spaces of participation, including protest action. Author(s): Van Donk, Mirjam Source(s): , 136 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2011 Good governance learning network…
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OGF : Oslo governance forum
Abstract: The Forum facilitates exchange of innovative experiences, knowledge and policy options on participatory governance assessments and social accountability among practitioners from UNDP, bilateral organisations, international development, academic institutions, government, and civil society. Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , Published: 2011 United nations development programme (UNDP). Oslo governance centre (OGC), Oslo (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.oslogovernanceforum.org/
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The Oslo principles on democratic governance assessments
Abstract: The Oslo Principles is a statement designed to strengthen democratic governance at the local and national levels. The were formulated at the Oslo Governance Forum of October 2011. They promote democratic governance assessments, accountability, transparency, civil society, and a rights-based approach Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , [4] p. Published: 2011 [United nations development programme (UNDP).…
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Improving the implementation of health workforce policies through governance : a review of case studies
Abstract: A study of 4 governance dimensions (including performance, which has an important decentralization component) on human resources for health (HRH) in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC). Governance to improve HRH must be viewed as inseparable from the wider health system and state governance. Author(s): Dieleman, Maria Areke; Shaw, Daniel M.P.; Zwanikken, Prisca Source(s): ,…
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Fiscal challenges, development opportunities? : 20 key questions on domestic resource mobilisation
Abstract: Key research questions with regard to taxation and development are identified, including the issue of how to ensure that fiscal decentralization enhances the “fiscal contract” between taxpayers and public authorities? Author(s): Byiers, Bruce; Dalleau, Melissa Source(s): , ECDPM discussion paper; 125 ix, 45 p., ill., graphs, tabs ECDPM discussion paper 125 Published: 2011 European…
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Accountability in public services in South Africa : selected issues
Abstract: The service delivery capacity and quality challenges in South Africa are examined by analysing the interaction between service providers and beneficiaries. Special emphasis is placed on the accountability relationships among citizen-users, policymakers, and service providers. Author(s): Brink, Rogier Van Den Source(s): , xiv, 157 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2011 World bank, [Washington,…
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Accountability through public opinion : from inertia to public action
Abstract: The effectiveness of new social accountability tools is examined. Subjects include: (1) effective deliberation and accountability; (2) overcoming inertia and generating participation in South Africa; and (3) adult civic education and the development of democratic culture. Author(s): Odugbemi, Sina; Lee, Taeku Source(s): , xxv, 507 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2011 World bank, Washington,…