Tag: civil society
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IDASA – Blog
Abstract: A blog by Idasa, an independent South African public interest organisation committed to promoting sustainable democracy based on active citizenship, democratic institutions, and social justice. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2009 Institute for democracy in South Africa (IDASA), Cape Town [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://idasa.wordpress.com/
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Governance matters : a blog about governance and development for all
Abstract: This is the World Bank’s blog on governance and anti-corruption. It aims at providing a space for debate and knowledge sharing on this critical field of development. Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , Published: 2009 World bank, [Washington, DC] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://blogs.worldbank.org/governance/blog
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Indonesia : a civil society budget movement?
Abstract: This budget brief focuses on the high level of citizen participation in budget analysis and advocacy in Indonesia, with collaboration among 100+ organizations. It provides details about how the movement emerged and offers lessons learned for other civil society budget initiatives. Author(s): Budlender, Debbie; Satriyo, Hana A. Source(s): , Budget brief / International budget…
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Training agencies for citizen involvement : the many meanings of decentralization and their effects on democratic reform
Abstract: The effect of government structure on availability of training in three different skills necessary for democratic reform is examined: (1) solicitation and use of citizen input; (2) client relations; and (3) development and use of performance indicators. Author(s): Witesman, Eva M.; Wise, Charles R. Source(s): , 31 p., ill., tabs Published: 2009 University of…
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Learning democracy by doing : alternative practices in citizenship learning and participatory democracy
Abstract: The Learning Democracy by Doing conference brought together 250 researchers and practitioners from all over the world. In 76 papers, different settings for learning were dealt with, including schools, higher education, political parties, local communities, and local and provincial governance. Author(s): Daly, Katherine; Schugurensky, Daniel; Lopes, Krista Source(s): , iii, 790 p., ill., graphs,…
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Introducing power analysis as a tool to promote local democratic accountability in the Democratic republic of Congo : [case study]
Abstract: A workshop with 23 civil society organizations was held in the Democratic Republic of Congo to discuss methods of power analysis that might help to improve the strategies of these organizations for promoting accountable governance at local level. Author(s): Edwards, Andrew Source(s): , [3] p. Published: 2009 Powercube, [Brighton (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.powercube.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/Congo_casestudy.pdf
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Are ward committees working? : insights from six case studies
Abstract: The functioning and value of ward committees in South Africa are examined. The key reasons behind the malfunctioning of the majority of ward committees are described. Lessons are drawn and best practices are identified. Author(s): Smith, Terence; De Visser, Jaap Source(s): , iv, 67 p., ill., tabs Published: 2009 University of the Western Cape.…
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Fragility at the local level : challenges to building local state-citizen relations in fragile settings
Abstract: This paper reviews available literature on local democratic governance in fragile settings with an emphasis on contexts marked by protracted violent conflict. Challenges to local governance in fragile settings have dimensions of state-reconstruction, decentralization, and participatory governance. Author(s): Oosterom, Marjoke Source(s): , Working paper / Civic engagement in post-conflict settings project 21 p., ill…
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Promoting local economic development through strategic planning
Abstract: The Local Economic Development (LED) series is a resource for local governments, businesses and civil society organizations to help them initiate and implement local economic development interventions through a strategic planning process. Author(s): UN-Habitat Source(s): , Local economic development (LED) series 5 vols, ill Local economic development (LED) series Published: 2009 United nations human…