Tag: civil society
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Strengthening broad-based inclusive ownership and accountability : a synthesis of key findings and cluster A messages for the working party on aid effectiveness and high level forum 4
Abstract: An overview of the research, presentations and discussions provided through WP-EFF Cluster A on Ownership and Accountability is presented. Key actors of inclusive ownership are local governments, civil society and other non-state actors for development. Issues for debate in Busan are identified. Author(s): Source(s): , 24 p. Published: 2011 Capacity4dev.eu, [Brussels (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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The Oslo principles on democratic governance assessments
Abstract: The Oslo Principles is a statement designed to strengthen democratic governance at the local and national levels. The were formulated at the Oslo Governance Forum of October 2011. They promote democratic governance assessments, accountability, transparency, civil society, and a rights-based approach Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , [4] p. Published: 2011 [United nations development programme (UNDP).…
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Bootstrapping democracy : transforming local governance and civil society in Brazil
Abstract: [Partial preview] Looking closely at eight cities in Brazil, this book investigates participatory budgeting to ask whether its reforms truly make a difference in deepening democracy and empowering civil society. Author(s): Baiocchi, Gianpaolo; Heller, Patrick; Silva, Marcelo Kunrath Source(s): , xvi, 204 p., ill., tabs, 23 cm Published: 2011 Stanford university press, Stanford, CA…
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Visions center for strategic and development studies
Abstract: The Vision Center’s work on decentralization and local development, where it has conducted workshops and trainings to government ministries/entities local government/communities and civic organisations, has led to dialogues between the public-private-community sectors of Jordan. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 Visions center for strategic and development studies, Amman (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.jordanvisions.org/en/home.php
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New participatory instruments in local governance : cases from Rwanda, South Africa, and Uganda : paper
Abstract: The importance of community participation in Africa is illustrated, using case studies from Rwanda (health services) and Uganda (Local-to-Local Dialogue) that are intended to strengthen both the action and voice of local citizens in delivering public services. Author(s): Matovu, George W.M. Source(s): , 18 p., ill., graphs Published: 2011 Local government managers Australia (LGMA)],…
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Decentralization and local development in Jordan
Abstract: A workshop on decentralization and local development in Jordan was held in Amman on February 1, 2011, to discuss the improvement of civic participation and local development Author(s): Beck, Martin; Sunik, Anna Source(s): , 5 p. Published: 2011 Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, Sankt Augustin [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.kas.de/wf/doc/kas_22109-1522-2-30.pdf?110303121142
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Participedia : strengthening democracy through shared knowledge
Abstract: Participedia is a tool for strengthening democracy. Based on a wiki platform, its main content consists of user-generated articles which describe and assess participatory governance throughout the world. Author(s): Fung, Archon Source(s): , Published: 2011 Participedia, [Cambridge, MA etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://participedia.net/
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ICLD Swedish International centre for local democracy
Abstract: The ICLD promotes local democracy in low and middle-income countries. Here, local democracy means strengthening local institutions, issues regarding decentralisation, local autonomy, citizen influence, and collaboration between various participants. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 Swedish International centre for local democracy (ICLD), Visby (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.icld.se/eng/index.pab?lang=En
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ICT4Gov : ICT mediated participatory budgeting in South-Kivu : mobilizing resources for the poor
Abstract: In Congo (DRC) citizens use their mobile phones to vote on community priorities for local public services. When they have reached an agreement the local government devotes a percentage of the local investment budget to the project selected by the citizens. Author(s): WBI [World Bank Institute] Source(s): , 4:02 min. Published: 2011 World bank…
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CIVICUS : World alliance for citizen participation = Alliance mondiale pour la participation citoyenne = Alianza mundial para la participación ciudadana
Abstract: US-based international alliance dedicated to strengthening citizen action and civil society throughout the world. Its website includes a calendar of events, an online newsletter, bookshop, programs with online texts and links to other websites. Author(s): CIVICUS Source(s): , Published: 2011 World alliance for citizen participation (CIVICUS), [Washington, DC] (English; French; Spanish ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…