Tag: Capacity Building
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International land coalition
Abstract: The International Land Coalition is a global alliance of civil society and intergovernmental organisations working together to promote secure and equitable access to and control over land for poor women and men through advocacy, dialogue, knowledge sharing, and capacity building. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 International land coalition, Rome (English; Spanish; French ISBN/ISSN: /…
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PAR : regional learning program : strengthening public policy and local governance for poverty reduction
Abstract: The PAR is a Latin American local governance knowledge management project aimed at sub-national governments and civic organizations to design and implement poverty alleviation policies and programs. It also supports regional learning and exchange mechanisms. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 Impact alliance, Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.impactalliance.org/ev_en.php?ID=12540_201&ID2=DO_TOPIC
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FAGLAF : Forum d’action pour la gouvernance locale en Afrique francophone
Abstract: The Local Government Action Forum for Francophone Africa (FAGLAF) was established to promote research in decentralization and local government issues and to foster capacity building through peer-to-peer learning, training programs, and knowledge dissemination. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 Forum d’action pour la gouvernance locale en Afrique francophone (FAGLAF), Dakar (French ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.faglaf.info/
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CLGF good practice scheme
Abstract: The Commonwealth Local Government Forum (CLGF) Good Practice Scheme seeks to improve the delivery of local authority services through the spread of good practice. The Scheme matches UK councils with an overseas partner. Author(s): CLGF Source(s): , Published: 2011 Commonwealth local government forum (CLGF), [London etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.gps.clgf.org.uk/index.cfm
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Participatory development reconsidered
Abstract: Evidence shows that civil participation in decentralization works only marginally, with pro-poor results in poorer, more unequal and remote communities generally lacking. This article identifies some conditions for successful localized pro-poor programme design. Author(s): Mansuri, Ghazala; Rao, Vijayendra Source(s): , Development outreach; special report p. 64-69, ill Development outreach special report Published: 2011 World…
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The Center for people and forests (RECOFTC)
Abstract: RECOFTC is an international organization with a vision of local communities actively managing forests in Asia and the Pacific to ensure optimal social, economic, and environmental benefits. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 The Center for people and forests (RECOFTC), Bangkok (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.recoftc.org/site/
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How to walk the talk : the perspectives of sector staff on implementation of the rural water supply programme in Uganda
Abstract: The decentralized rural water supply programme of Uganda is described and two key issues are highlighted: local political interference and the weak capacity of local governments. The establishment of eight regional units that provide support to local governments seems very promising. Author(s): Quin, Andrew; Balfors, Berit; Kjellén, Marianne Source(s): , Natural resources forum :…
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Local government capacity challenges in post apartheid South Africa : lessons learnt
Abstract: In South Africa, the local level is viewed as the delivery arm of the state, but currently it is characterized by inefficiency, maladministration and corruption. Capacity building should take an integrated view of the institutional, organizational, and human resource dimensions involved. Author(s): Davids, Gregory J. Source(s): , African journal of business management; Vol. 5,…
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Adapting land administration to the institutional framework of customary tenure : the case of peri-urban Ghana
Abstract: Case studies from peri-urban areas in Ghana and participatory GIS are used to demonstrate that customary rights can be recognized by adapting land administration to the institutional framework of customary tenure, provided customary institutions receive sufficient support to undertake LA functions. Author(s): Arko-Adjei, Anthony Source(s): , Sustainable urban areas; 39 255 p., ill., maps,…
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Strengthening intra municipal decentralisation through physical accessibility of services and openness in service delivery : the case of Morogoro municipal council
Abstract: The accessibility of offices and openness of communication of municipal or neighborhood decentralization services was examined in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania. Suggested improvements include: better housing, meeting schedules, community participation, training, and transport allowances. Author(s): Lameck, Wilfred Uronu Source(s): , Journal of public administration and policy research; Vol. 3, No. 5 p. 141-155, ill Journal…