Tag: decentralization in government
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Municipalities in figures : needs and realities : the experiences of SNV Mali and PACT/GTZ : [case study]
Abstract: Lessons are drawn from 11 case studies in West Africa after analysing different approaches for strengthening the capacities of local government to monitor and evaluate the outcomes of reform processes concerned with the democratic control of local governance structures. Author(s): Lodenstein, Elsbet; Caspari, Ulrich; Dumont, Florence Source(s): , 31 p., ill., maps, tabs Published:…
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ANSA-Africa : Affiliated network for social accountability
Abstract: ANSA-Africa advocates citizen involvement in demand-side governance initiatives, supports social accountability initiatives and programmes, and promotes capacity development to encourage the use of means to demand accountable governance. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2007 Affiliated network for social accountability (ANSA-Africa), Pretoria (English; French; Portuguese ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.ansa-africa.net/
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United cities and local governments (UCLG) = Cités et gouvernements locaux unis (CGLU) = Ciudades y gobiernos locales unidos (CGLU)
Abstract: Present in 136 UN members states, UCLG’s members include individual cities and national associations of local governments. It supports democratic local self-government across the globe through international co-operation, programmes, networks and partnerships. Author(s): UCLG Source(s): , Published: 2007 United cities and local governments (UCLG), [Barcelona] (English; Spanish; French ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.cities-localgovernments.org/
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Green governance : the case of Akassa community forests management and development plan
Abstract: This study of the Niger Delta region of Nigeria shows how environmental degradation associated with oil exploration has been shaped by corporate development strategy and how practice of devolution of powers over resource management reinforced the hegemony of the ruling class. Author(s): Joab-Peterside, Sofiri Source(s): , Niger delta economies of violence project working papers;…
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Empowering the marginalized : case studies of social accountability initiatives in Asia
Abstract: Thirteen case studies of social accountability, including citizen participation in public policy making, participatory budgeting, participatory gender budget formulation and analysis, independent budget analysis, public expenditure tracking, citizen monitoring, and social audits. Author(s): Sirker, Karen; Cosic, Sladjana Source(s): , WBI working papers ix, 86 p., ill., tabs WBI working papers Published: 2007 World bank…
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Decentralization and ethnic conflict : the role of empowerment
Abstract: This paper builds a model of decentralization as an empowerment mechanism. It discusses under what conditions decentralization could promote peace and how it can be ensured that local minorities are not being harmed by the decentralization process. Author(s): Tranchant, Jean-Pierre Source(s): , MPRA paper; 3713 21 p., ill., tabs MPRA paper 3713 Published: 2007…
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Supporting decentralisation and local governance in third countries
Abstract: This reference document is meant as a practical tool to provide strategic and operational guidance on the complex processes of decentralization and local governance. It looks at strategic questions in designing and implementing programmes as well as challenges and lessons learned. Author(s): EU Source(s): , Tools and methods series : reference document; 2 xv,…
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Going beyond panaceas
Abstract: In the context of governance of human–environment interactions, a panacea refers to a blueprint for a single type of governance system. The aim of this special feature is to provide theoretical analysis and empirical evidence to caution against the panacea trap, including decentralization. Author(s): Ostrom, Elinor; Janssen, Marco A.; Anderies, John M.; Turner, B.L.…
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Decentralization in health care
Abstract: A comprehensive view of the complexities of decentralization in the European health sector is presented and the impact on a number of important health policy issues is examined. No doubt, one major reason for the concept’s attractiveness to so many different decision-makers is its malleability. Author(s): Saltman, Richard B.; Bankauskaite, Vaida; Vrangbæk, Karsten Source(s):…
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Harmonisation and alignment strategies in the field of decentralisation and local governance : a review of country practices and experiences : Tanzania case study : international development partner harmonisation for enhanced aid effectiveness : final report
Abstract: This study reviews experiences and strategies in harmonizing and increasing effectiviness in donor support to decentralization and local governance processes in Tanzania. It identifies lessons learned and future perspectives. Author(s): Hesselbarth, Susanne; Hansen, Finn; Olsen, Hans Source(s): , 58 p., ill., tabs Published: 2007 InWEnt]. Development partners working group on local governance and decentralisation…