Tag: decentralization in government
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Perspectives on decentralization
Abstract: This articles deals with issues connected to accountability and transparency, with the complicated record of decentralization as a force for poverty reduction, and what happens within elected bodies at or near the local level in less developed countries. Author(s): Manor, James Source(s): , Working paper / Swedish International centre for local democracy; 3 iii,…
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Project browser
Abstract: The project browser of the Canadian International Development Agency allows all projects to be browsed within the democratic governance sector, including those concerned with decentralization and support to sub-national government, democratic participation and civil society, and public finance. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 Canadian international development agency (CIDA), Gatineau (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.acdi-cida.gc.ca/cidaweb/cpo.nsf/vWebProjBySectorOfFocusEn?OpenView&SoF=1100&cat=Democratic%20governance&altcat=Gouvernance%20d%E9mocratique&Expand=1#il
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The Hague academy for local governance : programme 2012
Abstract: The Hague Academy for Local Governance offers open enrolment courses, tailor-made training programmes, study visits and masterclasses on participation, accountability, fiscal issues, local economic development, peacebuilding, (female) leadership, climate change, and water management. Author(s): Klokke, Rebke Source(s): , 35 p., ill. Published: 2011 Hague academy for local governance, The Hague (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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Decentralization and rural service delivery in Uganda
Abstract: The paper documents the state of knowledge regarding rural service provision in Uganda under decentralization and identifies knowledge gaps for further investigation. Its focus is on education, health, and agricultural advisory services, as well as the management of natural resources in Uganda. Author(s): Bashaasha, Bernard; Mangheni, Margaret Najjingo; Nkonya, Ephraim Source(s): , IFPRI discussion…
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Fiscal decentralization in Asia : challenges and opportunities
Abstract: This publication discusses the decentralization issues faced by countries of Asia and the Pacific. It includes practical suggestions on how to proceed in this area to enhance economic growth, macroeconomic stability, poverty and income distribution, services delivery, and accountability. Author(s): Martinez-Vazquez, Jorge Source(s): , v, 10 p., ill., tabs Published: 2011 Asian development bank…
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State of the art of local governance : challenges for the next decade : proceedings of the workshop
Abstract: In 2010, a workshop was held in Visby, Sweden, to sum up the insights gained so far and to identify and discuss the key challenges for the coming decade. Among others, local democracy can be seen as a tool for development but also as undermining, paralleling and legitimizing the state. Author(s): Jörgensen, Bent; Dellnas,…
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Participants’ kit : harmonisation, decentralisation and local governance : prepared on behalf of the informal Development partners working group on local governance and decentralisation (DPWG-LGD)
Abstract: This training kit gives an overview of the state-of-the-art knowledge on harmonization, decentralization and local governance that are essential for understanding how local governance and decentralisation processes can be designed, supported and monitored in a harmonised manner. Author(s): Loquai, Christiane Source(s): , 156 p., ill., tabs Published: 2011 Train4dev.net, [Wageningen] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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Essays on fiscal decentralization, institutions and ethnic conflict
Abstract: This dissertation investigates the question whether fiscal decentralization helps accommodating ethnic violence. It also analyses the role of (colonial) institutions (e.g. property rights, rule of law) by considering them as deep-rooted factors of peace or violence. Author(s): Tranchant, Jean-Pierre Source(s): , xvi, 184 p., ill., tabs Published: 2011 HAL-Inria, [S.l. (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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Rights, responsibilities and resources : examining community forestry in south Asia
Abstract: This paper shows that decentralized management of forests can reduce forest loss in developing countries. It also suggests that clarity over rights, local monitoring and recognition of differences in intra-community needs are issues that require policy support to meet livelihood expectations. Author(s): Shyamsundar, Priya; Ghate, Rucha Source(s): , SANDEE working papers; WP 59-11 16…