Tag: guidelines
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Making local economic development strategies : a trainer’s manual
Abstract: The trainer’s guide highlights the fundamental concepts, tools and instruments necessary for developing and implementing local economic strategies and action plans, and provides suggestions and guidance on how the trainer can, and should, organize the delivery of the five training modules. Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , 1 file Published: 2004 World bank. Urban development…
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Developing a communication strategy for a local government association (LGA)
Abstract: This practical, easy-reference manual in developing a communication strategy is especially tuned to local government institutes and LGAs whose leadership wishes to improve and to strengthen the way the organization communicates, both internally and externally. Author(s): Picard, Geneviève Source(s): , 38 p., ill., tabs Published: 2004 VNG international, The Hague (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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Local economic development agencies : international co-operation for human development, economic democracy and poverty reduction
Abstract: A LEDA is a legal,local partnership arrangement between the main public and private institutions with the aim of maximizing the endogenous economic potential and competitive advantage of a territory in a global context, by making use of local natural, human and institutional resources. Author(s): Catenacci, Bruno Source(s): , 64 p., ill., map 2nd ed…
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Local economic development in post-crises situations : operational guide
Abstract: The major objective of the guide is to illustrate: (1) why local economic development is particularly effective in post-crisis situations; and (2) how to implement LED in practice. It includes practical step-by-step methodologies and toolkits. Author(s): Gasser, Martin Source(s): , 237 p., ill., tabs Published: 2002 International labour office (ILO), [Geneva] (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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Decentralization and democratic local governance programming handbook
Abstract: This handbook serves as a practical guide to USAID officers who are faced with the task of developing program activities in the areas of decentralization and democratic local governance. It provides a conceptual framework and guidance for choosing successful programming strategies. Author(s): Bland, Gary Source(s): , Technical publication series 70 p., ill., tabs Technical…
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From centralized to decentralized governance
Abstract: It is argued that decentralization should be based on a coherent, explicit, and stable set of rules. These rules need to encompass: the division of political power; the functions of subnational governments; and the electoral rules and political institutions for local politics. Author(s): Dillinger, William; Fay, Marianne Source(s): F & D : finance and…
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The white paper on local government
Abstract: This White Paper on Local Government can almost be regarded as a mini-Constitution for local government. It is premised on the idea that the democratic state of South Africa has the obligation of meeting developmental objectives in a manner that enhances community participation and accountability. Author(s): South Africa Source(s): , [120] p., ill., tabs…