Tag: budgeting
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Brazilian experiences of participation and citizenship : a critical look
Abstract: Brazil’s participatory institutions have attracted considerable international attention. The paper examines what the Brazilian experiences can teach about the pre-conditions for effective participatory governance and illustrates this with four case studies. Author(s): Cornwall, Andrea; Romana, Jorge; Shankland, Alex Source(s): , IDS discussion paper; 389 56 p IDS discussion paper 389 Published: 2008 University of…
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Beyond elections : an online documentary
Abstract: This documentary takes you across the Americas, from Venezuela’s communal councils to Brazil’s participatory budgeting and from grassroots movements to cooperatives, to clarify the nature of democracy. Author(s): Fox, Michael; Leindecker, Sílvia Source(s): , 2:34 min., ill. Published: 2008 Estreito Meios, [S.l.] (English; Spanish ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.beyondelections.com/2008/07/beyond-elections-documentary-coming.html
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Strengthening local government budgeting and accountability
Abstract: The role of budgeting as a critical tool in decentralization reform is discussed, highlighting problems that might impede successful local government budget development and implementation. Particularly important are the legal and budgetary instruments that require input from local community members. Author(s): Schaeffer, Michael; Yilmaz, Serdar Source(s): , Policy research working paper; 4767 23 p.,…
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Decentralisation and poverty reduction : a review of the linkages in Tanzania and the international literature
Abstract: The Local Government Reform Programme in Tanzania is analysed. It is shown that the service-delivery role of local government was strengthened. Enhanced grass-roots democracy and participation of the poor have led to improved local finances for poverty-reducing measures. Author(s): Braathen, Einar Source(s): , Norad report : discussion; 22b 56 p., ill., tabs Norad report…
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Participatory budgeting
Abstract: This book examines the potential and perils of participatory budgeting, as observed from practices around the globe. Part I presents the nuts and bolts of participatory budgeting. Part II surveys experiences with participatory budgeting in various regions of the world. Author(s): Shah, Anwar Source(s): , Public sector governance and accountability series xxiii, 269 p.,…
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Decentralisation policy review : final report
Abstract: The review analyses the opportunities and constraints in order to achieve effective decentralization in Ghana. It describes the current situation and makes recommendations for a refined government policy and strategy. Author(s): Source(s): , [231] p., ill., tabs Published: 2007 DEGE consult [etc.], Dar es Salaam [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.dege.biz/DecentralisationPolicyReview.pdf
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Planning and budgeting : linking policy, planning, and budgeting : a background paper
Abstract: Many governments face significant challenges trying to improve planning, budgeting, and the links between the two process areas. The paper addresses the key challenges and suggests discussion points. Author(s): Source(s): , 10 p., ill. Published: 2007 Affiliated network for social accountability (ANSA-Africa)], [Pretoria etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.ansa-africa.net/uploads/documents/publications/Planning_Budgeting_Feb2007.pdf
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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…