Tag: budgeting
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Councillor’s orientation : reference manual
Abstract: This manual of the Ministry of Local Government and Housing, Zambia, provides councillors and council officials with a clear understanding of governance, budgeting, planning, implementation, and monitoring. It is intended to enhance transparency and accountabity. Author(s): Zambia Source(s): , ii, 151 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2011 Local government association of Zambia (LGAZ), [Lusaka…
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Social accountability sourcebook : [strengthening the demand side of governance and service delivery]
Abstract: This sourcebook provides an analytical framework, an overview of the main concepts and definitions, tools and methods, case studies from different regions (including Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean), sectoral and thematic applications, and knowledge and learning resources. Author(s): Forster, Reiner Source(s): , Published: 2011 World bank]. Social development department, [Washington, DC (English…
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ICT4Gov : ICT mediated participatory budgeting in South-Kivu : mobilizing resources for the poor
Abstract: In Congo (DRC) citizens use their mobile phones to vote on community priorities for local public services. When they have reached an agreement the local government devotes a percentage of the local investment budget to the project selected by the citizens. Author(s): WBI [World Bank Institute] Source(s): , 4:02 min. Published: 2011 World bank…
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Spotlight on publications : participatory budgeting
Abstract: This short bibliography highlights some of the latest and most relevant publications on the topic in Latin America, including Country Case Studies, Multi-Country Surveys and Implementation Guides. Author(s): Source(s): , Spotlight on knowledge 3:00 PM Spotlight on knowledge Published: 2011 Evidence and lessons from Latin America (ELLA), [London] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://ella.practicalaction.org/sites/default/files/111129_GOV_BudPubPol_SPOTKNOW3_0.pdf
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Gender budgeting and democratic governance : experience from Africa and Europe
Abstract: From the reports on experience gained in South Africa, Uganda and Austria and discussed at the Workshop, it became apparent that broad coalitions in society are necessary between civil society, parliaments and the government in order to successfully and sustainably implement gender budgeting. Author(s): Bilinksi, Merle Source(s): , [9] p., ill. Published: 2010 Association…
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The impact and effectiveness of transparency and accountability initiatives : a review of the evidence to date : synthesis report
Abstract: This report distils findings from reviews of transparency and accountability initiatives in the areas of public service delivery, budget processes, freedom of information, natural resource governance and aid transparency. Author(s): McGee, Rosemary; Gaventa, John; Barrett, Greg Source(s): , 53 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010 University of Sussex]. Institute of development studies (IDS), [Brighton (English…
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Local government councils performance and quality of service delivery in Uganda : Luwero district council score-card 2008/09
Abstract: Luwero District Council in Uganda was the first to be assessed using the new score-card methodology. District performance and the quality of public services was assessed and recommendations for improvement were provided. Capacity building, budgeting, and development planning need more attention. Author(s): Muyomba-Tamale, Lillian Source(s): , ACODE policy research paper series; 38 iv, 58…
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Kerala people’s campaign for decentralized planning
Abstract: Kerala’s People’s Participation aims to enhance civil participation in planning and budgeting. All 1214 local governments in Kerala were given powers of decision making, and were granted discretionary budgeting authority over 35–40% of the state’s developmental expenditures. Author(s): Bandyopadhyay, David Source(s): , 1 file Published: 2010 Participedia, [S.l.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://participedia.net/cases/kerala-people-s-campaign-decentralized-planning
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Interaction toolkit
Abstract: This toolkit contains tips, guidance and resources to help councils ub the UK and their partners improve the impact of their international development activities. It explains why councils should get involved in development, how to develop a strategy, how to get buy-in, and about setting budgets. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2010 UK Local government…