Tag: democracy
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Evaluation of UNDP contribution to strengthening local governance participation
Abstract: The evaluation recommends that UNDP should more explicitly and effectively mainstream local governance into all programmatic focus areas by developing a coherent framework that is firmly grounded in the practice of human development. Author(s): Daniel, Louise Source(s): , xviii, 74 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010 United nations development programme (UNDP), New York, NY (English…
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United nations e-government survey 2010 : leveraging e-government at a time of financial and economic crisis
Abstract: This edition makes the case that e-government should play an ever greater role in development. However, e-participation has so far not been nearly as successful as participatory budgeting. The global South is still lagging in implementation and infrastructure. Author(s): Qian, Haiyan Source(s): , Economic & social affairs xi, 125 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs…
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Direct deliberative local governance using online media : consensual problem solving or a recalcitrant pluralism?
Abstract: This paper analyses the conversation on a discussion list that was developed to support local, direct governance in a community in South Africa. It was found that online interaction can facilitate pluralist deliberation for managing complex local governance problems. Author(s): Van Der Merwe, Rean; Meehan, Anthony Source(s): , 13 p. Published: 2010 The Open…
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Democracy and poverty reduction in Nigeria : a case study of Rivers State : 1999-2007
Abstract: The findings from 10 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Rivers State, Nigeria, show that the democratic experience has impacted little to the poverty situation of the people of Rivers State. Author(s): Nna, Nekabari Johnson; Igwe, Prince Ikechukwu Source(s): , Journal of language, technology & entrepreneurship in Africa; Vol. 2, No. 2 p. 131-162, ill.,…
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A guide to UNDP democratic governance practice
Abstract: This document guides readers to the policies and strategies of UNDP in its work on democratic governance, including decentralization and local governance, Examples give a taste of work on the ground and resources indicate where you can find more information. Author(s): Achar, Asmara Lua; Førde, Bjørn Source(s): , 134 p., ill. Published: 2010 United…
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Fostering social accountability : from principle to practice : guidance note
Abstract: This note provides an overview of the principles of social accountability and provides guidance on how to incorporate the practice of social accountability into programming, illustrated by examples of how it is currently being operationalized in many contexts in different regions. Author(s): Lister, Sarah; Sadasivam, Bharati Source(s): , 46 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010…
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IDASA – Blog
Abstract: A blog by Idasa, an independent South African public interest organisation committed to promoting sustainable democracy based on active citizenship, democratic institutions, and social justice. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2009 Institute for democracy in South Africa (IDASA), Cape Town [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://idasa.wordpress.com/
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Decentralization and local democracy in the world : first global report 2008
Abstract: This first GOLD Report is part of a UCLG initiative to analyse the advances and possible reverses to local democracy and decentralization around the world on a regular basis. It is also the first global comparative analysis of the situation of local authorities in every region in the world. Author(s): World Bank; UCLG Source(s):…
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LGI professional and social network
Abstract: The Local Government and Public Service Reform Initiative (LGI) created this professional and social network to enable local government professionals to get in touch with each other, keep contacts, share ideas or form groups for discussion. Author(s): Hungary Source(s): , Published: 2009 Local government and public service reform initiative (LGI), Budapest (English ISBN/ISSN: /…