Tag: budgeting
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Is decentralisation in Ghana pro-poor?
Abstract: A brief comparison of the expenditure and revenue patterns of the poorest and richest local governments in Ghana suggests that local governments are not inherently pro-poor and that locally generated funds might be used in ways that do not reflect the needs of the locality as a whole. Author(s): Obeng-Odoom, Franklin Source(s): , Commonwealth…
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Endogenous institution in decentralization : on the definition and domain of peace economics, papers in honor of Walter Isard
Abstract: The author develops a model, in which the positive or negative welfare outcome of decentralization is the result of the interplay among a set of variables including local capture, participation, initial conditions, budget size, and quality of local leader. Author(s): Azis, Iwan J. Source(s): , Peace economics, peace science and public policy; Vol. 16,…
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Local government reform in Zimbabwe : a policy dialogue
Abstract: On 3-4 November 2009, a seminar was held on local government policy in Zimbabwe. Subjects included: socio-economic transformation, local government institutions and elections, local government financing, traditional authorities, local government functions and supervision of local government. Author(s): Visser, Jaap De; Steytler, Nico; Machingauta, Naison Source(s): , State, peace and human security studies xv, 151…
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Learning from the south : participatory budgeting worldwide – an invitation to global cooperation
Abstract: An overview of participatory budgeting in the world is provided, with special chapters on Latin America, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. Participatory budgeting is unique because it has evolved in countries of the Global South, but has now become an issue all around the world. Author(s): Sintomer, Yves; Wilhelm, Christian; Cochrane, John Source(s): , Dialog…
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Participatory budgeting initiatives around the world – Google maps
Abstract: This map shows Participatory Budgeting (PB) activities world wide. PB can be broadly defined as the participation of citizens in the decision-making process of budget allocation and monitoring public spending. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2009 Google], [Mountain View, CA (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Berlin,+Germany&msa=0&msid=114824835204007105691.00045675b996d14eb6c3a&ll=19.642588,35.15625&spn=128.685701,316.054688&z=2
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Indonesia : a civil society budget movement?
Abstract: This budget brief focuses on the high level of citizen participation in budget analysis and advocacy in Indonesia, with collaboration among 100+ organizations. It provides details about how the movement emerged and offers lessons learned for other civil society budget initiatives. Author(s): Budlender, Debbie; Satriyo, Hana A. Source(s): , Budget brief / International budget…
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What determines the quality of local financial management? : the case of Tanzania
Abstract: Data for local government authorities in Tanzania are used to examine the determinants of effective local financial management in developing economies. Councils with better planning and project implementation practices achieved better local financial management outcomes. Author(s): Boex, Jameson; Muga, Matitu C. Source(s): , IDG working paper; 2009-02 18 p., ill., tabs IDG working paper…
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Participatory budgeting : understanding the new role of participatory institutions in contemporary politics : (the case of Brazil)
Abstract: The main characteristics and expansion of participatory budgeting (PB) in Brazil are described. Reference is made to its expansion in Europe and Africa. A proposal for the implementation of participatory budgeting in different situations is outlined. Author(s): Avritzer, Leonardo Source(s): , p. 209-223, ill., map, tabs Published: 2009 European parliament. Socialist group, Brussels (English…
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Scaling-up social accountability in World bank operations
Abstract: Social accountability holds considerable promise for achieving better governance and service delivery. Tools and mechanisms include participatory budgeting, public expenditure tracking, citizen report cards, community score cards, social audits, citizen charters, and right to information acts. Author(s): Agarwal, Sanjay; Heltberg, Rasmus; Diachok, Myrtle Source(s): , 12 p., ill. Published: 2009 World bank], [Washington, DC…