Tag: civil society
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PenserPourAgir : rendez-vous des acteurs de développement en Afrique : analyser, préparer, agir, témoigner …
Abstract: The network «Réussir la Décentralisation Mali» is composed of consultants, civil society organizations, development partners, and research departments. It aims to inform and influence government policies for decentralization and natural resource management. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2006 Axe formation, Bamako (French ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://penserpouragir.org/rubrique22.html
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Local organizations in decentralized development : their functions and performance in India
Abstract: Local organizations have become key mechanisms in effective, fair, and sustainable resource management and development in India. However, the support for local organizations is often little more than rudimentary. Author(s): Alsop, Ruth; Kurey, Bryan Source(s): , Directions in development xii, 167 p., ill., tabs, 23 cm Directions in development Published: 2005 World bank, Washington,…
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Women and local democracy : lessons from Central America
Abstract: This publication draws together the experiences and lessons learnt by Central American women working on promoting gender equity in local government. Author(s): Clulow, Michael Source(s): , Building women’s citizenship and governance, Central America [40] p Building women’s citizenship and governance, Central America Published: 2005 One world action etc.], [London etc. (English ISBN/ISSN: 1-898776-54-7/ Link:…
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Building effective local partnerships for improved basic social services delivery in Mali
Abstract: The opportunities for tri-partite partnerships involving local governments, the Ministry of Health, and civil society organizations involved in the management of community health centres are analysed, using the case of Dioïla district, Mali. Author(s): Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M. Source(s): , iii, 32 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2005 Royal tropical institute (KIT) [etc.], Amsterdam [etc.]…
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Bringing the poor into advocacy : a look at Ghana HIPC Watch
Abstract: This article shares the experience of the Social Enterprise Development Foundation of West Africa (SEND Foundation) in building the capacity of civil society groups and local government officials in resource-poor northern Ghana to engage meaningfully with the Ghana Poverty Reduction Strategy. Author(s): Kamara, Siapha; Yeboah, Harriet Source(s): , Participatory learning and action (PLA); 51…
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The challenges of decentralization
Abstract: This paper examines the mixed motivations for decentralization, the practical constraints of both performance and accountability, the challenges of central-local government relations, and the role of civil society in building citizen participation and local accountability. Author(s): Devas, Nick Source(s): , 11 p. Published: 2005 [Controladoria-geral da união (CGU)], Brasilia (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.cgu.gov.br/ivforumglobal/pdf/nickdevas-2.pdf
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Democratisation and local government transformation in South Africa : a case study of Maluti district, 1995-2005
Abstract: This thesis examines the importance of Developmental Local Government (DLG) in South Africa and its ability to fulfill the demands and needs of local communities. It further examines the challenges that face DLG, namely administrative difficulties and unethical practices. Author(s): Appiah, George Wiredu Kwadwo Source(s): , xii, 319 p., ill., maps, tabs Published: 2005…
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Building democratic institutions : governance reform in developing countries
Abstract: [Partial preview] 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 of political, governmental, and civic leaders to sustain governance reforms. Author(s): Cheema, G. Shabbir Source(s): , [275] p., ill. Published: 2005 Kumarian, Bloomfield, CT (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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The world we could win : administering global governance
Abstract: The history and definition of governance are reviewed and the implementation of good governance at the local level is contrasted with the complexities of good governance at the global level. The importance of proportionality and subsidiarity in realizing openness, participation etc. is emphasized. Author(s): Fraser-Moleketi, Geraldine Joslyn Source(s): , xxxiii, 177 p. Published: 2005…