Tag: Governance
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Developmental local government in South Africa : institutional fault lines
Abstract: In this discussion of the South-African local government framework, as well as some of its major challenges, the practice of internal municipal governance is examined, and the feasibility of the intergovernmental planning framework is questioned. Author(s): De Visser, Jaap Source(s): , Commonwealth journal of local governance (CJLG); 2 p. 7-25 Commonwealth journal of local…
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Women’s empowerment and good governance through community radio : best experiences for an action research process
Abstract: This collection of articles seeks to contribute to the impact of community radio on governance issues especially related to gender equality and women’s rights. The publication is part of a two-year participatory action research process to address the challenges to women’s participation in democracy. Author(s): Solervicens, Marcelo Source(s): , [136] p., ill., tabs Published:…
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From exclusion to ownership? : challenges and opportunities in advancing forest tenure reform
Abstract: Recommendations on how the forest tenure reform process can be carried forward in order to achieve forest land access and ownership of local people are provided. Author(s): Sunderlin, William D.; Hatcher, Jeffrey; Liddle, Megan Source(s): , vi, 54 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2008 Rights and resources initiative, Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: 978-0-615-21808-3/ Link:…
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UNPAN online training centre
Abstract: Topics of this online training include: (1) concepts of decentralized governance; (2) policy formulation and analysis; (3) strategy and framework; (4) monitoring & evaluation; (5) peace and development; and (6) leadership and capacity development. Free registration. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2008 United nations public administration network (UNPAN), New York, NY (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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Water rights as women’s rights? : assessing the scope for women’s empowerment through decentralised water governance in Maharashtra and Gujarat
Abstract: The implications of decentralization of water governance in Maharashtra and Gujarat, India, for environmental democracy and gender rights are examined. The question to what extent participation in community water governance has been empowering for women representatives is addressed. Author(s): Kulkarni, Seema Source(s): , [230] p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2008 SOPPECOM [etc.], [Pune…
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Elusive meanings : decentralization, conservation, and local democracy
Abstract: This paper questions the concept of democratic decentralization and its reductionist focus on state, powers, and subsidiarity. Part of the problem lies with the ways conservation discourse and decentralization theory are de-linked from more complex concepts of governance. Author(s): Diaw, Mariteuw Chimère; Blomley, David; Lescuyer, Guillaume Source(s): , 27 p., ill., graphs Published: 2008…
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The Partnering initiative : developing the art and science of cross-sector partnerships
Abstract: The Partnering Initiative works with individuals, organisations, and systems to promote and develop partnerships for sustainable development – between business, government and civil society. Author(s): IBLF Source(s): , Published: 2008 International business leaders forum (IBLF), [London etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.thepartneringinitiative.org
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Institutions: top down or bottom up? : design and reform of institutions in LDCs and transition economies
Abstract: This article poses the question whether top-down institutional change is desirable, using the case of land tenure reform versus customary rights. It recommends adopting an agenda of gradual reform that recognizes the constraints of bottom up evolution instead of delusory top down attempts. Author(s): Easterly, William Source(s): , American economic review; Vol. 98, No.…
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WACSI : West Africa civil society institute
Abstract: WACSI was set up to bridge the institutional and operational gaps identified in civil society. It seeks to strengthen the institutional and technical capacity of CSOs to engage in policy formulation, implementation, and the promotion of democratic values and principles in West Africa. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2008 West Africa civil society institute (WACSI),…
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LOGTAFA : amélioration de la transparence et la rédevabilités du gouvernement local en Afrique francophone : initiative Banque mondiale : Burkina Faso, Guinée (Conakry) et Rwanda : première phase
Abstract: LOGTAFA is a programme to improve the transparency and accountability in Francophone Africa. It identifies governance good practices implemented by local governments in the key phases of the programming process budgeting, service delivery, procurement and audit/follow-up evaluation and monitoring. Author(s): KIT Source(s): , [6] p. Published: 2008 Royal tropical institute (KIT), Amsterdam (French ISBN/ISSN:…