Tag: decentralization in government
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Decentralization and local institutional arrangements for wetland management in Ethiopia and Sierra Leone
Abstract: Author(s): Maconachie, Roy; Dixon, Alan B.; Wood, Adrian Source(s): , Applied geography; vol. 30 p. 1-11, ill., maps Applied geography vol. 30 Published: 2008 Elsevier, [Amsterdam etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: /0143-6228 Link: http://eprints.worc.ac.uk/606/1/Maconachie_Dixon___Wood_(In_Press)_Decentralization_and_local_institutional_arrangements.pdf
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Pro-poor land tenure reform and democratic governance
Abstract: This discussion paper provides a review of how different forms of land tenure reform relate to decentralization and local governance, in theory and practice. It guides readers to understand the main issues and challenges posed by land tenure reforms to achieve pro-poor impact. Author(s): Meinzen-Dick, Ruth; Di Gregorio, Monica; Dohrn, Stephan Source(s): , Discussion…
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Institutional choice and recognition in the formation and consolidation of local democracy : introduction
Abstract: Following decentralization reforms, governments, international development agencies and large non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have been transferring power to a wide range of local institutions, including customary authorities and NGOs to the detriment of the authority of local governments. Author(s): Ribot, Jesse C.; Chhatre, Ashwini; Lankina, Tomila V. Source(s): , Conservation and society; vol. 6, no.…
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Local governance in fragile states
Abstract: This policy brief provides recommendations on how to deal with local governance issues in fragile states. Author(s): Kyed, Helene Maria; Engberg-Pedersen, Lars Source(s): , DIIS policy brief : fragile situations 4 p., ill DIIS policy brief : fragile situations Published: 2008 Danish institute for international studies (DIIS), Copenhagen (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.diis.dk/graphics/Publications/Briefs2008/PB2008_10_Local_governance.pdf
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Political articulation and accountability in decentralisation : theory and evidence from India
Abstract: This article develops the concept of political articulation to characterize the relationship between citizens and elected representatives. Accountability in decentralisation cannot be analysed separately from the accountability of higher institutions of representation and governance. Author(s): Chhatre, Ashwini Source(s): , Conservation and society; vol. 6, no. 1 p. 12-23 Conservation and society vol. 6, no.…
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Decentralization and the dance of creating districts : theory and practice in Uganda : a research paper
Abstract: In Uganda, the number of districts has increased from 17 in 1968 to 83 in 2008. It is shown that politics more than the economic or socio-cultural reasons influenced the expansion of the number of districts. The cost of running local governments outweigh the intended benefits. Author(s): Emmanuel, Oyuku-Ocen Source(s): , 70 p., ill.,…
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The changing face of local governance? : community development councils in Afghanistan
Abstract: This working paper presents findings from research on sub-national governance in Afghanistan, including the role that that Community Development Councils (CDCs) play at community levels. Author(s): Nixon, Hamish Source(s): , Working paper series / Afghanistan research and evaluation unit 46 p., ill., tabs Working paper series / Afghanistan research and evaluation unit Published: 2008…