Tag: civil society
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Open society initiative for West Africa : OSIWA : helping West Africans to build open societies
Abstract: The Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA) was established in 2000 as a part of the global network of autonomous Soros Foundations. OSIWA promotes open societies where democracy, good governance, the rule of law, basic freedoms and widespread civic participation prevail. Author(s): OSIWA Source(s): , Published: 2008 Open society initiative for West Africa…
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Citizens’ participation and local governance in South East Asia
Abstract: A paper looking at the successes, lessons and challenges of opening up local governance to poor people in four Southeast Asian Countries: Philippines, Indonesia, Cambodia and Thailand. Author(s): One World Action Source(s): , 15 p., ill. Published: 2008 One world action, London (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.eldis.org/vfile/upload/1/document/0807/citizens_participation_SEA.pdf
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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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The Partnering initiative : developing the art and science of cross-sector partnerships
Abstract: The Partnering Initiative works with individuals, organisations, and systems to promote and develop partnerships for sustainable development – between business, government and civil society. Author(s): IBLF Source(s): , Published: 2008 International business leaders forum (IBLF), [London etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.thepartneringinitiative.org
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WACSI : West Africa civil society institute
Abstract: WACSI was set up to bridge the institutional and operational gaps identified in civil society. It seeks to strengthen the institutional and technical capacity of CSOs to engage in policy formulation, implementation, and the promotion of democratic values and principles in West Africa. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2008 West Africa civil society institute (WACSI),…
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Promoting transparency and accountability in the health sector : civil society participation in health sector planning, budgeting and monitoring
Abstract: AGHA, a health rights advocacy organization in Uganda, developed a tool for monitoring resource use at the district and national level to collect data about health sector planning, and budgeting, CSO participation in planning, access to health information, and general management issues. Author(s): Source(s): , iv, 36 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2008 Action…
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Civil society building : an academic-practitioner cooperation to strengthen civil society building efforts
Abstract: This Knowledge Programme on Civil Society Building (CSB) is an academic-practitioner cooperation to strengthen CSB efforts. It aims to contribute to the wider debate on how to best strengthen civil society to empower the most marginalized groups in society. Author(s): HIVOS; ISS; Erasmus Universiteit Source(s): , Published: 2008 Humanist institute for cooperation with developing…
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Local democracy in action : a civil society perspective on local governance in South Africa
Abstract: A framework for evaluating local governance in South Africa is outlined. It looks at three interrelated aspects: democracy, responsiveness, accountability; equitable service delivery and poverty reduction; and planning and budgeting. Author(s): Van Donk, Mirjam Source(s): , 104 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2008 Good governance learning network (GGLN), Cape Town (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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Educational governance at local level : modules for capacity building
Abstract: This booklet contains four training modules for implementing educational governance at the local level. The subjects are: (1) policy & context; (2) civil society: participation & public-private partnership; (3) planning for district education & local governance; and (4) school based governance. Author(s): Khan, Faryal Source(s): , 132 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2007 United…
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From government decentralization to decentralized governance
Abstract: Over the past decades, good governance came to be seen as transparent, representative, accountable, and participatory. The most successful experiments in decentralization have mobilized the support and commitment of political, governmental, and civic leaders to sustain governance reforms. Author(s): Cheema, G. Shabbir; Rondinelli, Dennis August Source(s): , 20 p. Published: 2007 The Brookings institution,…