Tag: community participation
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Rural livelihoods, poverty reduction, and food security in Southern Africa : is CBNRM the answer?
Abstract: This paper focuses on the socio-economic benefits of community-based natural resource management and its contributions to rural livelihoods, its impact on poverty and food security, and a comparison with other land use and development options. Author(s): Arntzen, Jaap; Setlhogile, Tshepo; Barnes, Jon Source(s): , v, 35 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2007 International resources…
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Empowerment evaluation in regional planning and public health
Abstract: The extent to which the ten principles of empowerment evaluation (including community ownership, democratic participation, social justice, capacity building, organizational learning, and accountability) can stimulate the learning process within a planning approach to public health work is discussed. Author(s): Amdam, Roar Source(s): , Notat; 11 21 p Notat 11 Published: 2007 Høgskulen i Volda…
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Public participation in wetland rehabilitation with ref[e]rence to long-term management and sustainability : a case study of Hlatikulu and Ntsikeni
Abstract: A conceptual framework for analysing stakeholder participation in the Hlatikulu and Ntsikeni wetland rehabilitation projects is developed and applied. Recommendations for the long term sustainability and management of Hlatikulu and Ntsikeni wetlands are included. Author(s): Nxele, Innocent Zibonele Source(s): , viii, 127 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2007 University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg (English…
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School processes, local governance and community participation : understanding access
Abstract: A literature review was conducted to look into inclusion and exclusion and the processes as well as events that influence improved access to education in poor countries in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Gaps in research on school governance and decentralization have been identified. Author(s): Dunne, Máiréad; Akyeampong, Kwame; Humphreys, Sara Source(s): , CREATE…
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Mainstreaming participatory forestry within the local government reform process in Tanzania
Abstract: As part of the decentralization reforms in Tanzania, the Forestry and Beekeeping Division has institutionalized participatory forestry. Locally elected councils should not be disempowered by making them accountable to ministries. Author(s): Blomley, Tom Source(s): , Gatekeeper series; 128 24 p., ill., tabs, 21 cm Gatekeeper series 128 Published: 2006 International institute for environment and…
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Can the design of community-driven development reduce the risk of elite capture? : evidence from Indonesia
Abstract: This study from Indonesia shows that while CDD projects can help create spaces for elite and non-elite community leaders to emerge, elite control of project decision-making is pervasive. Project-initiated accountability arrangements, such as democratic leadership selection, could curb this. Author(s): Fritzen, Scott A. Source(s): , 38 p., ill., tabs Published: 2006 National university of…
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People, land and water : participatory development communication for natural resource management
Abstract: Author(s): Bessette, Guy Source(s): , xx, 313 p., ill., 24 cm Published: 2006 Earthscan [etc.], London [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: 978-1-84407-343-6/ Link: http://www.idrc.ca/openebooks/224-4/
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Working with the community for improved health
Abstract: This Health Bulletin explores community participation in health, using five case studies of participatory processes and their role in instigating important health and well-being benefits. Author(s): Gryboski, Kristina Source(s): , Health bulletin / Population reference bureau; 3 ii, 23 p., ill., graphs, tabs Health bulletin / Population reference bureau 3 Published: 2006 Population reference…
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Decentralization and community empowerment : does community empowerment deepen democracy and improve service delivery?
Abstract: This paper focuses on community empowerment (CE) and explores its relationship to democratic decentralized local government. Central government is key in supporting local CE. Weak institutional implementation may severely limit the effectiveness of CE mechanisms. Author(s): Brinkerhoff, Derick W.; Azfar, Omar Source(s): , i, 41 p., ill., tabs Published: 2006 United States agency for…