Tag: Governance
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Why women succeed in local politics : the role of the informal to access leadership positions in Tanzania
Abstract: Local government reform in Tanzania focuses on good governance and decentralization to strengthen decision making at the district level. Women are seriously underrepresented. It was found that a history of community activism and leadership had a positive effect on the formal party selection process. Author(s): Francis, Annie Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-03 24 p.,…
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Governance for agricultural and rural development program
Abstract: IFPRI’s Governance for Agricultural and Rural Development Program aims to support countries in their efforts to improve governance by researching governance issues that are essential for achieving food security and promoting equitable and sustainable agricultural and rural development. Author(s): IFPRI Source(s): , [2] p., ill. Published: 2007 International food policy research institute (IFPRI), Washington,…
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Rural decentralization and local governance
Abstract: As part of its work on rural decentralization and local governance, KIT supports the complex processes by facilitating capacity development and learning, knowledge generation and translation, advisory services and by strengthening links with policy-making processes. Author(s): Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M.; Baltissen, Gerard Source(s): , 2 p. Published: 2007 Royal tropical institute (KIT). Development, policy and…
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Case evidence on ‘capacities for integrated local development planning’ : a UNDP capacity development resource
Abstract: This action brief highlights approaches to local development and capacity challenges to support integrated local development planning process. It specifically provides case material for facilitating participatory planning through dialogue and priority-setting, and integrated planning and budgeting. Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , Capacity development action briefs; 2007/3 15 p., ill., tabs Capacity development action briefs 2007/3…
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Building capacities for monitoring and evaluating decentralisation and local governance : experiences, challenges, perspectives
Abstract: Drawing on the results from action research conducted in six African countries, the authors discuss experiences and challenges in developing local capacities to monitor and evaluate decentralization and local governance processes. Author(s): Loquai, Christiane; Le Bay, Sonia Source(s): , InBrief; 19 16 p., ill., maps, tabs InBrief 19 Published: 2007 European centre for development…
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Gender, local governance, and culture
Abstract: This paper examines some of the ways in which Pakistan’s local governance system attempts to create legitimate spaces for women’s political participation. Obstacles arise from an interaction of maladministration, legal ambiguities, and local customs. Author(s): Zaman, Jawziya F. Source(s): , Briefing paper : governance / UK aid, Department for international development [6] p Briefing…
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United cities and local governments (UCLG) = Cités et gouvernements locaux unis (CGLU) = Ciudades y gobiernos locales unidos (CGLU)
Abstract: Present in 136 UN members states, UCLG’s members include individual cities and national associations of local governments. It supports democratic local self-government across the globe through international co-operation, programmes, networks and partnerships. Author(s): UCLG Source(s): , Published: 2007 United cities and local governments (UCLG), [Barcelona] (English; Spanish; French ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.cities-localgovernments.org/
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Applying good governance concept to promote local economic development : contribution and challenge
Abstract: This paper applies the concept of good governance concept to the area of local economic development. Challenge pertain to the following issues: (1) the limitation of managerial capacity; (2) the lack of accountability; and (3) the inconsistence of leadership and policy. Author(s): Liou, Kuotsai Tom Source(s): , International journal of economic development; Vol. 9,…
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Supporting decentralisation and local governance in third countries
Abstract: This reference document is meant as a practical tool to provide strategic and operational guidance on the complex processes of decentralization and local governance. It looks at strategic questions in designing and implementing programmes as well as challenges and lessons learned. Author(s): EU Source(s): , Tools and methods series : reference document; 2 xv,…
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School processes, local governance and community participation : understanding access
Abstract: A literature review was conducted to look into inclusion and exclusion and the processes as well as events that influence improved access to education in poor countries in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Gaps in research on school governance and decentralization have been identified. Author(s): Dunne, Máiréad; Akyeampong, Kwame; Humphreys, Sara Source(s): , CREATE…