Tag: Governance
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Institutional choice and recognition in the formation and consolidation of local democracy : introduction
Abstract: Following decentralization reforms, governments, international development agencies and large non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have been transferring power to a wide range of local institutions, including customary authorities and NGOs to the detriment of the authority of local governments. Author(s): Ribot, Jesse C.; Chhatre, Ashwini; Lankina, Tomila V. Source(s): , Conservation and society; vol. 6, no.…
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Young people’s participation in local governance
Abstract: During the European Development Days of 2008, young people from West Africa and Europe met for a Youth Forum entitled “Let your voice be heard: a forum by and for youth in local governance”. They produced a large number of videos that can be seen here. Author(s): Source(s): , 1:44 min., ill. Published: 2008…
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Democracy and governance
Abstract: Where communication and media are central to Democracy and Governance Author(s): Communication Initiative Source(s): , Published: 2008 Communication initiative], [Victoria (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.comminit.com/democracy-governance
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Political articulation and accountability in decentralisation : theory and evidence from India
Abstract: This article develops the concept of political articulation to characterize the relationship between citizens and elected representatives. Accountability in decentralisation cannot be analysed separately from the accountability of higher institutions of representation and governance. Author(s): Chhatre, Ashwini Source(s): , Conservation and society; vol. 6, no. 1 p. 12-23 Conservation and society vol. 6, no.…
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Ghana center for democratic development : partisans for democracy and good governance
Abstract: The Center is an independent, nonpartisan and nonprofit research-based and policy-oriented think tank in Accra, Ghana. Its mission is to promote democracy, good governance and the development of liberal economic environment in Ghana in particular and Africa in general. Author(s): CDD-Ghana Source(s): , Published: 2008 Ghana center for democratic development (CDD-Ghana), Accra (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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Réaliser le transfert de compétences dans le domaine de la santé : l’expérience de Koulikoro au Mali
Abstract: The support unit for decentralization of the Ministry of Health in Mali has elaborated an approach to facilitate the communal co-management of local health services. The experience demonstrates the potential of community involvement in the decision-making process. Author(s): Konaté, Mamadou; Lodenstein, Elsbet; Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M. Source(s): , Bulletin / Royal tropical institute (KIT); 383…
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Mobilizing rural institutions for sustainable livelihoods and equitable development : a case study of local governance and smallholder cooperatives in Ethiopia
Abstract: This paper examines governance issues in relation to rural institutions and sustainable livelihood improvement, drawing on evidence from Ethiopia. Possible avenues through which rural organizations can play a larger role in improving rural governance are examined. Author(s): Spielman, David J.; Cohen, Marc J.; Mogues, Tewodaj Source(s): , ii, 28 p., ill., graphs, tabs rev.…
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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