Abstract: The socio-economic background and causes of problems of women’s participation in local governance in Bangladesh are examined. Many female UP members had family members in politics. Most problems in performing their responsibilities as UP members are linked to male members non-cooperative attitudes. Author(s): Kabir, Shajahan; Akther, Rahima; Huo, Xuexi Source(s): , International review /…
Abstract: The psychological, social, economic, and political aspects of local empowerment in wildlife monitoring systems in Brazil and Namibia were assessed. Empowerment was facilitated by the value of natural resources, rights to trade and manage resources, and collaboration by stakeholders. Author(s): Constantino, Pedro De Araujo Lima Source(s): , Ecology and society (E&S); vol. 17, no.…
Abstract: The article examines the resources needed to sustain the large number districts in Uganda and draws conclusions with regard to the impact on the decentralization programme. It is concluded that the creation of many new districts has been arbitrary and non-viable. Author(s): Singiza, Douglas Karekona; De Visser, Jaap Source(s): , Law, democracy and development;…
Abstract: Decentralization has the potential to enhance the efficacy of agricultural knowledge and information systems. Agricultural extension services are under increasing pressure to become more effective, more responsive to farmers, and less costly to government. Author(s): Emami, Abbas; Ghorbani, Esmaeil Source(s): , Journal of American science; Vol. 7, No. 6 p. 185-189 Journal of American…
Abstract: Two community forests in Cameroon were shown to differ widely in economic and financial returns as a result of differences in the communities’ technical and managerial skills, access to finance, and market information, and capacity for vertical integration. Author(s): Beauchamp, E.; Ingram, V. Source(s): , International forestry review; Vol. 13, No. 3 15 p.,…
Abstract: The obstacles to decentralization and conditions for success are discussed in a video and a presentation of Mr. Vaillancourt (Univ. of Montreal). He concludes that the EU would do wise to use a checklist to assess the likelihood of successful decentralization when deciding on funding priorities. Author(s): Vaillancourt, Francois Source(s): , 5:22 min. Published:…
Abstract: This background document shows how political parties participate in and influence local bodies. It is based on experiences in Nepal. Often, political parties are prominent actors in local bodies, including in bodies in which they have no formal role e.g. user groups and school management committees. Author(s): Carter Center Source(s): , 7 p. Published:…
Abstract: Decentralized government in Indonesia has not had a positive effect on national economic performance as a result of extreme heterogeneity in endowments, factor immobility, and the endogenous deterioration of local governance institutions. No negative effect was found, either. Author(s): Pepinsky, Thomas B.; Wihardja, Maria M. Source(s): , 38 p., ill., graphs, tabs new version…
Abstract: This paper examines how partnerships with communities can complement government’s efforts at improving access to adequate water supply in Ghana. The active involvement of users in the planning and provision of such services contributes to greater equity and financial viability. Author(s): Osumanu, Issaka Kanton Source(s): , Journal of African studies and development; Vol. 2,…
Abstract: This work applies a community-of-practice (CoP) approach towards understanding the sustainability of 23 Egyptian rural water projects. Only decentralized regional governance can achieve an economy of scale while ensuring projects facilitate and harness localized practices. Author(s): Armanios, Daniel Erian Source(s): , 29 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010 Stanford university. Collaboratory for research on global…
