Tag: Capacity Building
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Innovative teaching/training materials in local public policy and administration
Abstract: Under an applied research programme, training institutes, local associations, university public administration/policy departments and policy think tanks together with local government officials jointly developed innovative teaching and training materials. Author(s): Matei, Gabriela; Guess, George M. Source(s): , Published: 2007 Local government and public service reform initiative (LGI), Budapest (English; Hungarian ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://lgi.osi.hu/documents.php?m_id=180
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International journal of the commons / International association for the study of the commons (IASC)
Abstract: As an interdisciplinary peer-reviewed open-access journal, the IJC is dedicated to furthering the understanding of institutions for use and management of resources that are (or could be) enjoyed collectively. Author(s): IASC Source(s): , Published: 2007 IASC, Bloomington, IN (English ISBN/ISSN: /1875-0281 Link: http://www.thecommonsjournal.org/index.php/ijc/index
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Supporting the capacity of organisations at community level : an exploration of issues, methods and principles for good practice
Abstract: Best practices for organizational capacity building of community-based organizations are provided and principles to guide future interventions and areas for future research are highlighted. Author(s): Wright-Revolledo, Katie Source(s): , Occasional paper series / INTRAC; 48 31 p., ill., tabs Occasional paper series / INTRAC 48 Published: 2007 International NGO training and research centre (INTRAC),…
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Capacity assessment methodology : user’s guide
Abstract: The Guide provides UNDP and other development practitioners with an overview of UNDP’s approach to capacity development and capacity assessment and step-by-step guidance to conducting a capacity assessment using UNDP’s “default” Capacity Assessment Framework and Supporting Tool. Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , 77 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2007 United nations development programme (UNDP), New…
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Afghanistan local governance assistance project (ALGAP) : lessons learned review
Abstract: The activities of the Afghanistan Local Governance Assistance Project (ALGAP from November 2005 to June 2007 are reviewed. Its mission has been to support the development of the capacity of the newly-elected and formed Provincial Councils. Author(s): Glenn, Kim G. Source(s): , v, 31 p., ill. Published: 2007 United States agency for international development…
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Decentralization and local governance in Asia and the Pacific
Abstract: The UNDP Regional Centre in Bangkok is engaged in 3 focal areas: (1) strengthening local democratic governance; (2) achieving the MDGs at the local level; and (3) decentralized governance in conflict and post-crisis situations. RDLG/1/9 Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , Published: 2007 United nations development programme (UNDP). Asia-Pacific regional centre, Bangkok [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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Suporting capacities for integrated local development
Abstract: This note provides a concise overview of the capacity challenges involved in local development and potential ways to address them. It shows where capacity development investments and efforts could be focused, rather than set solutions or a detailed roadmap. Author(s): Amawi, Abla; Wignaraja, Kanni Source(s): , UNDP practice note 38 p. UNDP practice note…
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Bridging the macro-micro gap : micro-meso-macro linkages in the context of sector-wide approaches
Abstract: The positive, local effects of sector-wide approaches are not yet sufficiently evident. Macro-micro linkages should be strengthened by addressing gaps in the policy dialogue, effective monitoring of performance at service delivery level, and better interaction with a wide range of stakeholders. Author(s): Reesch, Ellen Van Source(s): , [A rich menu for the poor :…
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Strengthening national training capabilities for better local governance and urban development (2002-2007) : final report
Abstract: This report gives an overview of the capacity building efforts of UN-HABITAT and its partners covering a period of slightly over five years. It summarizes completed project outputs, activities and results of the project. Author(s): UN-Habitat Source(s): , v, 108 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2007 United nations human settlements programme (UN-Habitat), [Nairobi]…