Tag: development policy
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An upside down view of governance
Abstract: Central question of this paper is how to increase effective, accountable public authority in poor countries of the global South. Examples and studies from all over the world provide a fresh perspective on governance focusing less on the destination and more on the means of getting there. Author(s): Unsworth, Sue Source(s): , 83 p.…
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Good governance : desirable governance goal – but unachievable agenda for poor countries
Abstract: Prof. Mushtaq Khan introduces his presentation held at the seminar The Illusory Lure of Good Governance. He explains why the term good governance is misleading as it is based on experiences of advanced countries. It misunderstands and misanalyses constraints developing countries face. Author(s): Khan, Mushtaq Source(s): , [2] p. Published: 2010 Danish institute for…
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Strategic review of local economic development in South Africa : final report
Abstract: An examination of the key challenges facing Local Economic Development (LED) in South Africa revealed the need for local governance to promote far greater private sector involvement and cross-sector partnership in LED. Author(s): Rogerson, Christian M. Source(s): , 85 p., ill., tabs Published: 2009 Deutsche Gesellschaft für technische Zusammenarbeit] (GTZ) [etc.], [Eschborn etc. (English…
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Speaking out : case studies on how poor people influence decision-making
Abstract: The focus of this book is on how the right to be heard can strengthen the participation of people in poverty in formulating public policy, and enable them to hold decision-makers accountable. Author(s): Blaser, Caitlin; Gaag, Nikki Van Der; Rowlands, Jo Source(s): , ix, 136 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2009 Practical action [etc.],…
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Local level governance of natural resources and the environment : briefing note for embassies
Abstract: This reference note on land governance is developed for the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs, particularly embassies. The aim of this note is to facilitate the inclusion of land governance in the context analysis of the multi annual strategic plans of the embassies in guest countries. Author(s): KIT Source(s): , 16 p. Published: 2009…
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Scaling up Local & community driven development (LCDD) : a real world guide to its theory and practice
Abstract: This book includes historical backgrounds, best practices and underpinnings, analysis and lessons learned, and toolkits for developing supportive national policies and implementation programs that fit the individual contexts of countries and localities. Author(s): Binswanger-Mkhize, Hans P.; Regt, Jacomina P. De; Spector, Stephen Source(s): , xii, 157 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2009 World…
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Decentralization task force meeting, New York City 2009
Abstract: In June 2009, top academics studying decentralization presented and debated the latest research in the field and discussed and evaluated the resulting policy options in the company of policymakers from countries with notable decentralization experiments. Author(s): Columbia University Source(s): , 1 file, ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2009 Columbia university. Initiative for policy dialogue…
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Multi-actor participation in local development : the ‘rise and decline’ of Harambee policy in Kenya
Abstract: The objectives, prime movers and the incentives for participation in the Harambee local development model, Kenya, are examend and the weaknesses that affected its success are pointed out. An attempt is made to discuss alternatives for improving the working of the policy. Author(s): Kanothi, Raphael Ngatia Source(s): , p. 9-26, ill. Published: 2009 Institute…
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ECDPM : European centre for development policy management
Abstract: ECDPM contributes to the search for home-grown governance strategies at local, national, regional and continental levels in Africa and strengthens the EU capacity to programme, implement, monitor and evaluate governance support. Author(s): ECDPM Source(s): , Published: 2008 European centre for development policy management (ECDPM), [Maastricht etc.] (English; French ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.ecdpm.org/Web_ECDPM/Web/Content/Navigation.nsf/Index2?ReadForm