Tag: Governance
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Local governance and public goods in Niger
Abstract: This paper explores the provision of public goods in Niger which often involves complex forms of co-production with several actors contributing within a variety of different delivery configurations. It suggests the importance of formal or informal coordination mechanisms. Author(s): Olivier De Sardan, Jean-Pierre; Abdoulkader, Aghai Source(s): , APPP working paper; 10 34 p APPP…
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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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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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ANSA-SAR : raising peoples’ voice could ensure accountability
Abstract: ANSA-Africa is a network created to be a leading African advocate of citizen involvement in demand-side governance initiatives. It develops cross-country collaboration on social accountability and demand-side governance initiatives. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2010 ANSA-Africa, [Pretoria] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.ansa-africa.net/index.php/views/news_view/ansa_sar_raising_peoples_voice_could_ensure_accountability/#When:09:49:00Z
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International forestry resources and institutions
Abstract: The IFRI research initiative examines how governance arrangements affect forests and the people who depend on them. The IFRI network is comprised of 12 Collaborating Research Centers (CRCs) located around the globe. Our goal is to help design and implement improved evidence-based forest policies. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2010 International forestry resources and institutions…
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The role of traditional leadership in governance and rural development : a case study of the Mgwalana traditional authority
Abstract: Has the South African government managed to add traditional leadership to the local government structures? This study examines how well the Mgwalana Traditional Authority (MTA) is performing its role of governing and developing its area and the municipal area of Nkonkobe in Eastern Cape. Author(s): George, Khanyisa Source(s): , 114 p., ill., tabs Published:…
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Participation and planning for local development : special thematic issue
Abstract: In this issue alternatives to globalization are sought that are based on social dialogue, effective participation, and the valuing of everyone´s cultural and territorial roots. Participatory local development can be a tool for transforming development policies in the face of globalization. Author(s): Mesias, Rosendo; Oliveras, Rosa Source(s): , Universitas forum : [journal on human…
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Social accountability in Africa : practitioners’ experiences and lessons
Abstract: This publication is a knowledge resource to support policy-makers, public policy practitioners, law-makers, public institutions, – managers, the scientific community, civil society, donors, development agencies and all those concerned with the ‘governance-accountability’ nexus in Africa. Author(s): Claasen, Mario; Alpín-Lardiés, Carmen Source(s): , viii, 224 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2010 Institute for democracy in…