Tag: democracy
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The quality of local political leadership is crucial for effective service delivery
Abstract: Elected local councillors, particularly ward councillors, should help shape citizen perceptions of the efficacy in service delivery in South Africa. This is especially important in the context of the recent spate of municipal service delivery failures, which have led to widespread public protests. Author(s): Rapoo, Thabo; Richards, Robin Source(s): , [Local government bulletin] (LGB);…
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Authority over forests : empowerment and subordination in Senegal’s democratic decentralization
Abstract: Despite progressive new laws that transfer forest rights to rural councils, the Forest Service in Senegal continue to allocate access to lucrative forest opportunities to charcoal merchants. As a result, the councils cannot represent their populations and therefore cannot gain legitimacy. Author(s): Ribot, Jesse C. Source(s): Development and change; 40(2009)1, p. 105-129 Development and…
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Designing inclusive and accountable local democratic institutions : a practitioner’s guide
Abstract: This guide gives an overview of the institutional arrangements at the local level in 22 countries in the Asia-Pacific region, and gives practical examples of ways to improve them and ensure more inclusive involvement. Author(s): Larsen, Henrik Fredborg; Maguire, Linda; Kirby Dorji, Kay Source(s): , x, 139 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 United nations…
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Ghana center for democratic development : partisans for democracy and good governance
Abstract: The Center is an independent, nonpartisan and nonprofit research-based and policy-oriented think tank in Accra, Ghana. Its mission is to promote democracy, good governance and the development of liberal economic environment in Ghana in particular and Africa in general. Author(s): CDD-Ghana Source(s): , Published: 2008 Ghana center for democratic development (CDD-Ghana), Accra (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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Democracy and governance
Abstract: Where communication and media are central to Democracy and Governance Author(s): Communication Initiative Source(s): , Published: 2008 Communication initiative], [Victoria (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.comminit.com/democracy-governance
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Center for state & local government excellence
Abstract: The Center for State and Local Government Excellence is a non-partisan, non-profit organization in Washington DC, USA, which helps state and local governments become knowledgeable and competitive employers so they can attract talented, committed, and well-prepared individuals to public service. Author(s): Source(s): , iv, 31 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 Center for state &…
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Brazilian experiences of participation and citizenship : a critical look
Abstract: Brazil’s participatory institutions have attracted considerable international attention. The paper examines what the Brazilian experiences can teach about the pre-conditions for effective participatory governance and illustrates this with four case studies. Author(s): Cornwall, Andrea; Romana, Jorge; Shankland, Alex Source(s): , IDS discussion paper; 389 56 p IDS discussion paper 389 Published: 2008 University of…
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Institutional choice and recognition in the formation and consolidation of local democracy
Abstract: Case studies from around the world are used to explore the effects of institutional choices and recognition by governments, development agencies and large NGOs on three dimensions of democracy: 1) representation, 2) citizenship, and 3) the public domain. Author(s): Ribot, Jesse C.; Chhatre, Ashwini; Lankina, Tomila V. Source(s): , Representation, equity and environment working…
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Beyond elections : an online documentary
Abstract: This documentary takes you across the Americas, from Venezuela’s communal councils to Brazil’s participatory budgeting and from grassroots movements to cooperatives, to clarify the nature of democracy. Author(s): Fox, Michael; Leindecker, Sílvia Source(s): , 2:34 min., ill. Published: 2008 Estreito Meios, [S.l.] (English; Spanish ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.beyondelections.com/2008/07/beyond-elections-documentary-coming.html