Tag: development strategies
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Toolkit for localising the Millennium development goals : a UNDP capacity development resource
Abstract: The purpose of this toolkit is to develop capacities of local governments and their communities to ensure a strong Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) focus in their local development strategies and effective and efficient conversion of public funds into public benefits. Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , 96 p., ill., tabs Published: 2005 United nations development programme…
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Strengthening participatory approaches to local governance : learning the lessons from abroad
Abstract: The emergence of new forms of participatory governance are reviewed, some innovative strategies and legal frameworks for strengthening citizen engagement are examined, and some practical lessons are discussed. Author(s): Gaventa, John Source(s): , National civic review p. 16-27, ill., tabs National civic review Published: 2004 University of Sussex. Institute of development studies (IDS)], [Brighton…
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Decentralisation and poverty reduction : from lessons learned to policy action, 29-30 September 2004 at OECD headquarters : room documents
Abstract: A workshop on decentralization and poverty reduction was held at OECD headquarters in September 2004. Case studies from Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Ghana, India, and Uganda were provided and papers on the role of development assistance were presented. Author(s): OECD Development Centre Source(s): , Published: 2004 [Organisation for economic co-operation and development] (OECD), Paris (English…
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Applying the comprehensive LED approach : the case of Mozambique
Abstract: This case study from Mozambique shows how the Local Economic Development (LED) Approach can be implemented in post-conflict situations. It also provides a step-by-step account of the creation of a Local Economic Development Agency (LEDA) and proposes recommendations for future policy orientations. Author(s): Boekel, Geert Van; Logtestijn, Majon Van Source(s): , vii, 51 p.,…
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Decentralisation and poverty reduction in Africa : the politics of local-central relations
Abstract: Evidence from Ghana, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Kenya, and Tanzania shows that decentralization is unlikely to lead to more pro-poor outcomes without a serious effort to strengthen and broaden accountability mechanisms at both local and national levels. Author(s): Crook, Richard C. Source(s): Public administration and development; 23(2003)1, p. 77-88 Public administration and development 23(2003)1 Published:…
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Fostering community-driven development : what role for the state?
Abstract: State development strategies for more effectively tapping community-level energies and resources are examined, using case studies from Asia and Latin America. One approach is to form alliances between higher levels of government and communities to put pressure on local authorities. Author(s): Das Gupta, Monica; Grandvoinnet, Helene; Romani, Mattia Source(s): , Policy research working paper;…
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Land policies for growth and poverty reduction
Abstract: The effectiveness of land policy in support of development, and poverty reduction can be enhanced by strengthening (local) governments’ contribution to the promotion of socially desirable land allocation, and utilization. Mechanisms include (land) taxation, regulation, and land use planning. Author(s): Deininger, Klaus Source(s): , A World bank policy research report [292] p., ill., graphs,…
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Sector-wide approaches and decentralisation strategies pulling in opposite directions? : a case study from Uganda
Abstract: The importance of the local government component in sector-wide approaches (SWAps) is often overlooked or underplayed, which undermines the very principles guiding SWAps. This needs not be so. This study aims to shed some light on this complex question in the context of Uganda. Author(s): Kasumba, George; Land, Anthony Source(s): , viii, 35 p.,…
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Decentralization : false start or new dawn?
Abstract: Earlier false starts of decentralization are reviewed. It is argued that the balance of costs and benefits to both central and national governments in favour of the current decentralization efforts are presently positive. Author(s): Stren, Richard Source(s): Habitat debate; 8(2002)1, p. 1+3, ill. Habitat debate 8(2002)1 Published: 2002 United nations human settlements programme (UN-Habitat),…
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Decentralization of governance and development
Abstract: A critical discussion of decentralization in developing and transition countries is presented. In their fight against the central state, free market advocates and community governance proponents often ignore that community failures may be as serious as market failures or government failures. Author(s): Bardhan, Pranab Source(s): , Journal of economic perspectives (JEP); Vol. 16, No.…