Tag: democracy
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When ‘civics’ go ‘governance’ : on the role and relevance of civic organisations in the policy arena in sub-Saharan Africa
Abstract: Brouwers questions the effectiveness of the lobby and advocacy work of civil society in Africa when it comes to advancing democracy and triggering development for the poor. It is time to revisit the theory of change of external engagement with civic actors in the global South. Author(s): Brouwers, Ria Source(s): , The power of…
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OGF : Oslo governance forum
Abstract: The Forum facilitates exchange of innovative experiences, knowledge and policy options on participatory governance assessments and social accountability among practitioners from UNDP, bilateral organisations, international development, academic institutions, government, and civil society. Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , Published: 2011 United nations development programme (UNDP). Oslo governance centre (OGC), Oslo (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.oslogovernanceforum.org/
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Participatory budgeting Page on Facebook
Abstract: This is a Facebook group for the exchange of information among those interested in practices of participatory budgeting, participatory democracy and ICT usage as a support to participatory democracy practices. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 Facebook, [Palo Alto, CA] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=22229870351&v=wall
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African centre for citizenship & democracy
Abstract: The African Centre on Citizenship and Democracy (ACCEDE) studies the factors and policy environments which support or inhibit the development of a more inclusive citizenship in the region and continent. It replaces the Centre for Southern African Studies. Author(s): University Of The Western Cape Source(s): , Published: 2011 University of the Western Cape. School…
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A re-examination of the relation between democracy and international trade : the case of Africa
Abstract: This study tests two theories as to why democracies might trade more, using a bilateral gravity trade model covering approximately 150 countries from 1950 to 1999. It is shown that quality of governance variables have broad economic and statistical significance. Author(s): Balding, Christopher Source(s): , Working papers / UNU-WIDER; 2011/59 22 p., ill., graphs,…
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Place-based leadership in a global era
Abstract: Local governments across the world face challenges of globalisation and urbanisation. In many countries, a shift took place from ‘local government’ to ‘local governance’. To avoid undermining local democracy, place-based civic leadership must be given more attention, both in academe and practice. Author(s): Hambleton, Robin Source(s): , Commonwealth journal of local governance (CJLG); 8/9…
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IFES : International foundation for electoral systems
Abstract: The International Foundation For Electoral Systems (IFES) is the global leader in election assistance and democracy promotion. It promotes good governance requiring that citizens work collaboratively with officials in the pursuit of common social, political, economic and cultural goals. Author(s): IFES Source(s): , Published: 2011 International foundation for electoral systems (IFES), Washington, DC (English…
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Reinventing rural development in Vietnam : discursive constructions of grassroots democracy during the renovation reform
Abstract: This paper examines the impacts and interpretations of the Grassroots Democracy Decree (GDD) among rural development professionals. Three discourses prevail: liberalist democratization, improved efficiency in state renovation, and enhanced accountability in governing local policy ambiguities. Author(s): Larsen, Rasmus Klocker Source(s): , Asia Pacific viewpoint; vol. 52, no. 3 p. 316-332 Asia Pacific viewpoint vol.…